Have you always wanted to help animals? If so, the Connecticut Humane Society has the perfect job for you.

**Position Overview**
**Title**: Shelter 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. This position has a four day week which includes one weekend day.

**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**: $19.00-$25.00/hr dependent on experience and certification
**Schedule**:Sunday through Wednesday, 8am to 6pm

**Requirements**:

- ** Education**: High School Diploma/GED
- ** Experience**:2-3 years if certified or 5-7 years surgical experience if no certification. Must have worked as a vet tech, not a vet assistant 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. Knowledge of animal handling and experience preferred.
- ** Technology**: Proficiency in computers and on-line medical records

**Preferred**
- ** Certification**:CVT or LVT