Veterinary Technician - Urgent Care
About The Position
Pieper Madison – Urgent Care in Madison, CT is seeking skilled, compassionate Veterinary Technicians who are passionate about patient care, eager to fully utilize their technical skills, and excited to be part of a collaborative, team-oriented culture. This is an opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals in a supportive environment where your contributions are valued, your growth is encouraged, and your work truly makes an impact every day. The hospital locations work closely together with each other as well as the Specialty/ER location in Middletown to provide the best possible care for the pets we see. We want to retain and develop our talent to the best of our ability. You can expect numerous in-house CE opportunities, and any mentoring available to support and achieve your goals. We pride ourselves on recognizing top talent and strong work ethic and if you demonstrate those things, you can expect to be promoted from within. The Urgent Care team is seeking a skilled Veterinary Technician who thrives in a fast-paced environment, embraces challenges, and remains calm and focused when every minute counts. The ideal candidate is a dependable team player who communicates effectively, adapts quickly to changing priorities, and takes pride in delivering compassionate, high-quality care to patients and clients alike. You are confident managing multiple cases simultaneously while maintaining accuracy, efficiency, and attention to detail. We are looking for a technician with strong technical skills, including venipuncture, IV catheter placement, laboratory sample collection, and anesthesia monitoring. Experience in urgent care, emergency medicine, CPR, and EzyVet is highly valued but not required. Most importantly, we seek individuals who are eager to learn, grow their clinical expertise, and contribute to a culture of collaboration and excellence. At Pieper, every team member plays a vital role in patient outcomes. We value technicians who think critically, advocate for their patients, and confidently share observations and ideas that enhance patient care and strengthen the team. Your knowledge, experience, and voice will be respected – and your contributions will make a meaningful impact every day.
Requirements
- 2+ years of Veterinary Technician experience
- Knowledge of Anesthesia and monitoring
- Phlebotomy
- Ability to work independently on assigned tasks as well as to accept directions on given assignments
- Must be 18 years or older to apply
Nice To Haves
- Prior urgent care experience is a plus
- Associates in Veterinary Technology is a plus
- CVT license is a plus
- Experience in urgent care, emergency medicine, CPR, and EzyVet is highly valued
Responsibilities
- Venipuncture
- IV catheter placement
- Laboratory sample collection
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Scheduling patients
- Receiving patients
- Treating patients
- Ordering medical supplies
- Requesting laboratory tests
- Use, care, and storage of veterinary instruments, materials, and equipment
- Sterilization techniques to sterilize various instruments and materials
- Preparation and provision of 'tableside' assistance
- Providing client and personal services
- Assessing client needs
- Meeting quality standards for services
- Evaluating client satisfaction
Benefits
- Competitive paid time off & holidays
- Career Growth & Training Opportunities
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Mental Health Focused Services
- A Safe Harbor 401K with up to a 4% match and immediate vesting
- Employee pet care discount
- Annual uniform allowance
- Social events & team building
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
