Veterinary Technician - Primary Care at Pieper Veterinary summary:
As a Veterinary Technician specializing in Primary Care, you will provide comprehensive care to pets, including anesthesia and monitoring during various procedures. You will work collaboratively in a certified hospital environment with specialists to deliver high-quality veterinary services, while also enjoying opportunities for continuing education and career advancement. This role emphasizes teamwork and effective communication, ensuring that both pets and their owners receive the best possible care and support.
Job Type Full-time Description
Pieper Veterinary is looking for an experienced Veterinary Technician that is passionate about Primary Care and anesthesia to join our team at Pieper Memorial Veterinary Center located in Middletown CT. Here you will play a vital role in providing comprehensive care to pets at every stage of their health journey.
Our vision is a simple one, to make the community and the animals and people in it, happier and healthier. If those values mean something to you, we invite you to check us out.
What to Expect:
Commitment to Continuing Education: We want to retain and develop our talent to the best of our ability. You can expect numerous in-house CE opportunities, an annual symposium and any mentoring available to support and achieve your VTS goals.
Career Advancement: We pride ourselves on recognizing top talent with strong work ethics and if you demonstrate those things, you can expect to be promoted from within.
Environment of Belonging: With so many specialties at your fingertips, it's easy to find where you fit. We also promote an environment of inclusivity so that everyone feels welcome.
Environment of Collaboration: Our VECCS Level 1 Certified Hospital includes specialists in Emergency & Critical Care, Neurology, Internal Medicine, Radiology, Oncology, Surgery and Exotics and a full staff of experienced Emergency and Primary Care Veterinarians. With the support of their technicians, assistants, and liaisons the hospital teams work closely together to deliver the highest quality of care.
About You:
We strongly believe that veterinary medicine is a team sport, and our preferred candidate is someone who feels the same. The ideal candidate is confident in their technical skills and abilities including but not limited to all aspects of general practice, including anesthesia and anesthetic monitoring, venipuncture, client education, drug calculations and protocols, and surgery. Other responsibilities include effective communication with both team members and clients, as well as confidently educating pet owners about their pets' care and procedures. Experience with CPR, EzyVet and Smartflow are an additional plus, but not required. We highly value collaboration from all staff members, so please speak up, as your input is not only valued but can make a difference.
Compensation: $19.50.-$26.00 an hour depending on experience.
Anticipated schedule:
4-5 days a week
Weekends and some holidays are required.
What's in it for you?
Supportive culture with social events & team building
Competitive paid time off & holidays
Career Growth & Training Opportunities
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
Mental Health Focused Services
401(k) plan with strong employer match
Up to 75% employee pet care discount
Annual uniform allowance
Team building
We know it's not always easy to make a move. We treat all interviews as confidential and if a casual chat is more your style, we can do that too! We genuinely love what we do and the people we work with!
Requirements
3-5 years of GP anesthesia experience, and preferably a Certified Veterinary Technician.
Experience with common induction agents/anesthetic agents/analgesia agents
Ability to calculate general drug calculations
Can read ECG, capnograph and respond appropriately
Knowledge on how and when to use a non-rebreather circuit
Knowledge when to react with BP readings and what to do in each situation
Skilled in time management with an understanding of the importance of table times
Keywords:
Veterinary Technician, Primary Care, anesthesia, animal health, pet care, veterinary services, patient monitoring, animal surgery, veterinary nursing, team collaboration