Veterinary Assistant / Technician

TOLLAND VETERINARY HOSPITAL

Veterinary Assistant / Technician

Tolland, CT
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    401(k) matching

    Employee discounts

    Paid time off

    Flexible schedule

    Training & development

    Veterinary Technician/Assistant (Part-Time, Path to Full-Time) | Tolland Veterinary Hospital, Tolland, CT | Privately Owned | $18–$25/hr

    Tolland Veterinary Hospital is a well-established, privately owned small animal practice. Without corporate metrics driving us, we focus on high-quality medicine, an exceptional client experience, and a low-drama, family-like team where support staff are respected and valued. We're seeking a skilled, compassionate Veterinary Technician with 1–3+ years of experience. This part-time role comes with a guaranteed pathway to full-time.

    What You'll Do

    • Patient care: Take histories and vitals, perform venipuncture, place IV catheters, give medications and fluids, use low-stress handling, and monitor hospitalized patients.

    • Surgery & dentistry: Prep patients, monitor anesthesia and recovery, perform dental cleanings and radiographs, and keep the surgical suite clean and instruments sterile.

    • Diagnostics: Run in-house bloodwork, urinalysis, and cytology, take high-quality radiographs, and keep accurate records in Cornerstone.

    • Teamwork: Explain treatment plans and discharge instructions to clients, work closely with doctors and staff, and help train assistants and newer team members.

    What We're Looking For

    • 1–3+ years as a technician in small animal practice (required)

    • CVT preferred, not required

    • Proficiency in venipuncture, IV catheters, anesthesia monitoring, and radiology

    • Clear communication, empathy, and a calm presence under pressure

    • Dependable, detail-oriented, and committed to learning and high standards of care

    Benefits

    • $18–$25/hr

    • 401(k) with company match

    • CE allowance

    • Generous PTO and holiday pay

    • Discounts on care for your own pets

    • No overnights or unpredictable on-call hours

    Why Join Us? We believe that taking care of our team helps our team take better care of patients and clients. If you want a supportive workplace where you're valued as a person, apply today!