Veterinary Technician - Surgery

Overview Description Pieper Veterinary is looking for an experienced Veterinary Technician that is passionate about anesthesia and surgical care to join our General Practice at Pieper Veterinary Berlin Street , located in Middletown, CT . 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, and any mentoring available to support and achieve your VTS goals. Career Advancement: 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. 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. About You We strongly believe that veterinary medicine is a team sport , and our ideal candidate is someone who feels the same. The ideal candidate for this role is comfortable with anesthesia, various drug calculations and protocols , and excels at anesthetic monitoring . Previous experience with venipuncture, IV catheter placement, as well as restraint are also crucial for this role. Experience with CPR and EzyVet 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. A CVT is preferred but not required for this position. Compensation $22.50-$28.00/hour dependent upon experience Anticipated Schedule This is a full-time schedule: 4 days a week - 10-hour shifts - 8am-6pm Rotating Saturdays are required - 8am-2pm Whats 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 Experience with common induction agents/anesthetic agents/analgesia agents Ability to calculate CRIs and perform other medical math Experience with ventilators Experience with specialty anesthesia (emergent procedures specifically) is a must 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 Must be 18 years or older to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr Pieper Veterinary