Veterinary Technician

Benefits 401(k) 401(k) matching Employee discounts Paid time off About Us Tolland Veterinary Hospital is a well-established, privately owned general practice hospital in Tolland, CT. We are dedicated to nurturing the human-animal bond by pairing high-quality veterinary medicine with an exceptional client experience. Because we are privately owned, we place a strong emphasis on creating a friendly, relaxed, family-like atmosphere rather than focusing on corporate metrics. We work hard to cultivate a low-drama, positive workplace where our support staff are genuinely valued, respected, and supported every day. The Opportunity We are looking for a skilled, compassionate, and team-oriented Veterinary Technician to join our team. This is a part-time position to start, with a clear opportunity to grow into a full-time role. As a key member of our medical team, you'll work closely with our doctors to deliver excellent patient care, from routine wellness visits to lab to patient care to surgical procedures. This position is ideal for someone with 1-3 years of hands-on experience who is confident in their clinical skills, eager to keep growing, and has a genuine love of animals and the people who care for them. What You'll Do Provide Excellent Patient Care Obtain patient histories, vital signs, and weights. Perform venipuncture, place IV catheters, and administer medications and fluids as directed. Provide gentle, low-stress handling and restraint for patients of all temperaments. Monitor hospitalized patients and provide nursing care. Support Surgery & Dentistry Prepare patients for surgical and dental procedures. Monitor, and recover patients under anesthesia. Perform dental cleanings and take dental radiographs. Maintain surgical suite cleanliness and sterilize instruments. Perform Diagnostics Collect and run in-house laboratory samples, including bloodwork, urinalysis and cytology. Take high-quality radiographs. Maintain accurate and thorough medical records using Cornerstone practice management software. Work as Part of the Team Communicate clearly and compassionately with clients about treatment plans, home care, and discharge instructions. Collaborate with doctors, fellow technicians, assistants, and front-desk staff to keep the day running smoothly. Help train and support veterinary assistants and newer team members. Pitch in wherever needed to support a positive, collaborative workplace. What We're Looking For Experience 1-3 years of experience as a veterinary technician in a small animal practice is required. Credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT) preferred but not required. Proficiency in venipuncture, IV catheter placement, anesthesia monitoring, and radiology. Personality & Skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong emotional intelligence and empathy. A calm, steady presence during busy or emotionally challenging situations. Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational and multitasking abilities. A genuine love of animals and compassion for their people. Mindset Dependable, hardworking, and accountable. A positive, team-oriented attitude. A commitment to continued learning and high standards of patient care. A desire to contribute to a supportive, upbeat, and respectful workplace. Benefits & Perks Continuing education (CE) allowance to support your professional growth. 401(k) retirement plan with company matching. Generous paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay. Employee discounts on veterinary services and products for your personal pets. Work-life balance with no overnight shifts or unpredictable on-call emergency hours. Why Join Tolland Veterinary Hospital? If you're looking for a workplace where you are valued as a person, not just an employee, we'd love to hear from you. We believe that taking care of our team allows our team to take better care of our patients and clients. If you are skilled, compassionate, dependable, and love providing top-notch care to pets and their families, you may be a great fit for our team. #J-18808-Ljbffr