Veterinary Assistant - ER - 2nd Shift

Job Description

Job Description

Veterinary Assistant – Emergency – 2nd Shift – Pieper Veterinary

Middletown, CT | Full-Time

Schedule & Pay
- 4 days a week, 10 hour days
- Please note that holidays are required.
- $19.50-$22.50/hour, based on experience. Plus a shift differential!

Why Pieper Veterinary
We are a VECCS Level 1 Certified Hospital!

Benefits Include: Medical/Dental/Vision • 401k with employer match • PTO + Sick Time • CE Allowance • In House CE Opportunities • Employer Assistance Program • Paid Lunch Breaks • Pet care discounts • Pet food discounts • Uniform allowance

What You'll Do
- Provide hands-on support during emergency procedures
- Prepare and restock treatment areas with necessary supplies
- Communicate compassionately with pet parents
- Perform basic laboratory tasks
- Collaborate with emergency technicians and doctors

What You Bring
- Previous experience in a veterinary, animal care, or shelter environment preferred
- Solid communication skills
- Basic knowledge of animal handling, restraint, and common veterinary terminology
- A calm, organized demeanor—capable of juggling multiple tasks in a fast-paced setting
- Attention to detail
- A passion for continuous learning

Ready to take the next step? We'd love to meet you.

Pieper Veterinary/Cove Animal Health is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

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