Veterinary Technician – Surgery

1 month ago


Middletown, United States Pieper Veterinary Full time
Job Type Full-time Description

Pieper Veterinary is looking for experienced Veterinary Technicians that are passionate about anesthesia and advanced surgical care to join our Surgery Department at Pieper Memorial Veterinary Center located in Middletown, CT. Our vision is a simple one, to make the community and the animals and people in it, happier and healthier. If those values mean something to you, we invite you to check us out.


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, an annual symposium and any mentoring available to support and achieve your VTS goals.
  • Career Advancement: We pride ourselves on recognizing top talent and strong work ethic 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, Radiology, 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 strongly believe that veterinary medicine is a team sport, and our ideal candidate is someone who feels the same. The ideal candidate for this role is comfortable with anesthesia, various drug calculations and protocols, and excels at anesthetic monitoring. Previous experience with venipuncture, IV catheter placement, as well as restraint are also crucial for this role. Experience with CPR, EzyVet and Smartflow are an additional plus, but not required. We highly value collaboration from all staff members, so please speak up, as your input is not only valued but can make a difference. A VTS (Anesthesia and Analgesia) is highly desirable (not required) and would receive additional compensation. 


Compensation:

$20.00-35.00/hour dependent upon experience


Anticipated schedule:

4- or 5-day work week with 1 weekend day required (preferably Sundays). 

10-hour shifts (shifts can rotate between 6am-4pm / 7am-5pm / 8am-6pm / 9am-7pm)

Optional on-call (great for additional income)


What's in it for you?

  • Supportive culture with social events & team building
  • Competitive  paid time off & holidays
  • Career Growth & Training Opportunities
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance 
  • Mental Health Focused Services
  • 401(k) plan with strong employer match 
  • Up to 75% employee pet care discount 
  • Annual uniform allowance 
  • 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
  • Experience with common induction agents/anesthetic agents/analgesia agents
  • Ability to calculate CRIs and perform other medical math
  • Experience with ventilators 
  • Experience with specialty anesthesia (emergent procedures specifically) is a must
  • 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 



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Veterinary Technician – Surgery at Pieper Veterinary summary:

The Veterinary Technician – Surgery role at Pieper Veterinary involves providing advanced surgical care and anesthesia support in a collaborative, specialized environment. The ideal candidate has experience in anesthetic monitoring, venipuncture, and IV catheter placement, and demonstrates a commitment to continuing education and career advancement. This full-time position offers a supportive culture, competitive compensation, and numerous professional development opportunities.


Keywords:

Veterinary Technician, Surgery, Anesthesia, Veterinary Care, Animal Health, Medical Support, Veterinary Medicine, Team Collaboration, Continuing Education, Veterinary Services



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