Part-time ER Vet Technician (Weekends) - New England Veterinary Center & Cancer Center

Job Description

Job Description

Bring your skills to PetVet and earn a sign-on bonus of up to $1,000 based on your experience as a credentialed veterinary technician!

PetVet Care Centers' New England Veterinary Center & Cancer Center is currently seeking a PT Weekends Emergency Veterinary Technician to join their team!

At PetVet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people — providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage — for all the moments that matter.

Because life is better with pets.

We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience — every pet, every client, every time. That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.

With more than 420 locally led hospitals and over 11,000 team members nationwide , we offer:

• Local autonomy with national support
• Career mobility and development opportunities
• A collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first

You care for pets. We care for you.

Position Overview

Join our team as a PT Weekends Emergency Veterinary Technician who supports hospital operations by providing dedicated quality veterinary care and exceptional service to our patients and clients. Responsibilities include providing patient care by determining animal requirements, conducting examinations and diagnostic procedures, assisting during surgery and operations, providing nursing care, assisting with feeding and caring for patients, maintaining medical supplies and equipment, overseeing triage and discharging patients, and maintaining patient medical records.

New England Veterinary Center & Cancer Center in Windsor, Connecticut, is a leading specialty and oncology hospital providing advanced, life-saving care through a highly skilled and collaborative team.

What We'll Do:

• Triage and stabilize patients
• Place IV catheters, draw blood, run in-house diagnostics
• Monitor critical patients and assist with emergency procedures
• Administer medications, CRIs, and blood products
• Properly calculate medical math (including constant rate infusions) and administer medications via appropriate routes and duration
• Provide clear, compassionate updates to clients
• Help maintain a clean, safe, calm ICU environment
• Have patience and empathy to address client concerns.

What We're Looking for:

• 1+ year of veterinary technician experience (ER preferred but not required)
• Strong phlebotomy, catheter placement, and nursing skills
• Comfort with fast-paced, emotionally charged situations
• Kindness, teamwork, and a steady, supportive presence
• Experienced and/or credentialed technicians highly encouraged to apply.
• In the absence of significant experience, if you want to learn and have a good attitude and work ethic we would also love to talk to you. We love to teach!
• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this position

Schedule: Part Time Weekends Only

Why NEVCCC

• A genuinely collaborative team
• Strong focus on mental health and sustainable schedules
• Hands-on training and opportunities to grow advanced ER/ICU skills
• Competitive pay, benefits, and CE support 

What We Offer

We care deeply about supporting our team members — professionally and personally. Part Time Benefits include:

• Team Member Pet Discounts
• Emotional wellbeing support — including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
• Grant Circle — a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship
• Local hospital culture backed by national resources

Pay Range

$24.30—$31.90 USD

At PetVet Care Centers, we're committed to a  Culture of Care — for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible. With more than 400 hospitals across the U.S. and a team of over 11,000 dedicated professionals , including 1700+ veterinarians , we offer a unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps our hospitals thrive.

Our model is built on partnership, collaboration, and local medical autonomy , empowering each hospital to deliver high-quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community. Whether you're providing care in a hospital or supporting operations behind the scenes, PetVet is a place where you can grow your career, stay connected to your purpose, and make a meaningful impact.

You care for pets. We care for you.

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