Clinic Veterinary Technician

Are you a veterinary technician with a passion for making quality veterinary care accessible to more animals? If so, the Connecticut Humane Society has the perfect job for you.

We are looking for a skilled Veterinary Technician for our Fox Memorial Clinic. A candidate for this position must have prior experience working in a busy veterinary clinic setting and with surgery. Candidates must be comfortable working directly with clients for surgeries, routine and medical appointments including taking health histories and serving as a liaison between the client and the veterinarian. A great candidate will have experience with surgery prep, induction, monitoring and surgical support, recovery, and discharge. The successful applicant will be able to provide compassionate and effective communication for our clients on various aspects of animal care including medical conditions, administration and purpose of medications, proper follow-up care and client financial needs and limitations.

Position Overview
Title: Clinic Veterinary Technician

Overview: This full time position is benefit eligible. This position is ideal for who is able to deal with different communication styles. We are looking for a creative, customer service oriented individual who can work well within a team. Interested individuals must be able to handle multiple priorities and enjoy a busy environment. This position requires one to have a knowledge of animal handling and medical care as well as have a basic understanding of the different types of companionship animals. Connecticut Humane Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V.

Location: UNITED STATES, Newington, CT
Position Type: Regular Full Time
Pay Type: Hourly (Non-Exempt)

Pay Range: $20.00 -$26.00 US dependent on experience
Schedule: Monday through Friday 8:45am to 5:00pm, possible Saturdays in the future.

Requirements

• Experience: 2-3 years if certified, 3-5 if no certification. Must have worked as a vet tech in a clinic or shelter setting.
• Skills: Ability to perform physically strenuous activities which will require lifting of moderate to heavy weights (up to 40 lbs.),standing and/or bending, pushing brooms and/or mops, and walking and/or controlling dogs and/or cats, use of cleaning solutions and sitting at a desk for long periods of time.  Prior experience with animal restraint.
• Technology: Proficiency in computers and on-line medical records

Preferred

• Certification: CVT or LVT
• Skills: Advanced animal handling experience.