Veterinary Technician - Urgent Care

JOIN OUR TEAM OF PASSIONATE AND DEDICATED PROFESSIONALS!

Positions are available at all of the hospitals within the COVE Veterinary network. You’ll have the opportunity to practice the highest level of care, along with great benefits and a supportive work environment.

COVE’s five respected regional brands offer positions for all veterinary professionals in Connecticut, Massachusetts/Rhode Island, Maine, Pennsylvania and Ohio.

Are you a Veterinary Technician looking for a fast-paced, engaging environment that offers more variety and excitement than general practice—without the demands of overnight emergency medicine?

At Pieper Veterinary Berlin Street located in Middletown, CT
, we offer the best of both worlds. We are seeking skilled, compassionate Veterinary Technicians who are passionate about patient care, eager to fully utilize their technical skills, and excited to be part of a collaborative, team-oriented culture.

This is an opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals in a supportive environment where your contributions are valued, your growth is encouraged, and your work truly makes an impact every day.

At Pieper
, our vision is simple: to make the community—and the animals and people happier and healthier. If that mission resonates with you, we would love the opportunity to connect.

About You:

At Pieper
, we believe veterinary medicine is a team sport, and we are looking for professionals who thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. Our ideal candidate is a strong communicator, a dependable teammate, and someone who takes pride in delivering exceptional patient care.

You are confident balancing multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy, efficiency, and compassion in every interaction. We are seeking a Veterinary Technician who is proficient in venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and anesthesia monitoring, with a strong technical skill set and a commitment to continuous learning. Experience with CPR and Ezy Vet is a plus but not required.

We value technicians who are proactive, engaged, and willing to contribute ideas and observations that help elevate patient care and strengthen the team. Your voice matters here, and your input can truly make a difference.

Compensation: $21.50-$30.00 an hour depending on experience and education.

Anticipated

Schedule:

This is a Full-Time position: 4 days a week / 10-hour shifts - to be determined by hospital manager. Weekends are required.

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
• A Safe Harbor 401K with up to a 4% match and immediate vesting
• A generous employee pet care discount
• Annual uniform allowance

Requirements:

• 2+ years of Veterinary Technician experience.
• Associates in Veterinary Technology is a plus.
• CVT license is a plus.
• Knowledge of Anesthesia and monitoring.
• Knowledge of the procedures used for scheduling patients, receiving, treating, ordering medical supplies, and requesting laboratory tests.
• Knowledge of the use, care, and storage of veterinary instruments, materials, and equipment.
• Knowledge of sterilization techniques to sterilize various instruments and materials.
• Knowledge of the instruments, materials, and standardized procedures used in the full variety of treatments to prepare and provide “tableside” assistance.
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing client and personal services. This includes client needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of client satisfaction.
• Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks as well as to accept directions on given assignments.