Veterinary Technician - General Practice

Career Opportunities with COVE Animal Health A great place to work. Are you ready for new challenges and new opportunities? Join our team! Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available. Subscribe to our RSS feeds to receive instant updates as new positions become available. Veterinary Technician - General Practice Pieper Veterinary is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician with a passion for General Practice and anesthesia to join our team at Pieper Memorial Veterinary Center in Middletown, CT . In this role, you will play a vital part in providing comprehensive care to pets at every stage of their health journey, supporting both our patients and their families with expertise and compassion. Our vision is simple: to make the community—and the animals and people in it—happier and healthier. If those values resonate with you, we invite you to explore a career with us. 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 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, 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 believe veterinary medicine is truly a team sport , and we are seeking a candidate who shares that mindset. The ideal candidate is confident in their technical skills across all aspects of general practice , including anesthesia and anesthetic monitoring, venipuncture, dental cleanings, drug calculations and protocols, surgery, and client education. In addition to clinical expertise, strong communication skills are essential—you should feel confident collaborating with team members and educating pet owners about their pets’ care and procedures. Experience with CPR, EzyVet, and SmartFlow is a plus, but not required. Collaboration is highly valued on our team, and we encourage everyone to speak up—your input is not only welcomed, but it can make a real difference in patient care and team success. Anticipated Schedule This is a full-time position: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday - 12pm-8pm / Saturday - 8am-4pm. Holidays are required. What's in it for you Supportive culture with social events & team building Competitive paid time off & holidays Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance Mental Health Focused Services 401(k) plan with strong employer match 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 #J-18808-Ljbffr