Veterinary Assistant - ER - 1st shift

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 an experienced Veterinary Assistant ready to take your career to the next level in the ER at a VECCS Level I Veterinary Hospital? At Pieper Memorial Veterinary Center in Middletown, CT
, you'll join a collaborative, highly skilled team that is passionate about delivering exceptional patient care while supporting one another's professional growth and success.

If you’reare looking for an environment where your contributions are valued, your development is encouraged, and you'll work alongside dedicated veterinary professionals who share your commitment to excellence, we'd love to hear from you.

Our vision is simple: to make our community—and the animals and people in it—happier and healthier through outstanding veterinary medicine, compassion, and teamwork.

• 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, 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, 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.

We strongly believe that veterinary medicine is a team sport, and our ideal candidate is someone who shares that same mindset. The Emergency Veterinary Assistant plays an essential role on our emergency team, providing compassionate patient care while supporting veterinarians, veterinary technicians, and fellow team members in a fast-paced, ever-evolving clinical environment.

We are seeking a compassionate, dependable, and motivated Veterinary Assistant who thrives in a collaborative, team-oriented environment. The ideal candidate is eager to learn, remains calm and focused under pressure, and is dedicated to providing exceptional care to both patients and their families during emergency situations.

The Emergency Veterinary Assistant is an essential member of the Emergency team, providing compassionate patient care and supporting veterinarians and veterinary technicians in a fast-paced emergency environment. This position requires strong organizational skills, the ability to multitask under pressure, and a commitment to delivering exceptional patient and client care. Experience with Ezy Vet and Smart Flow is a plus but not required.

We are looking for someone who brings a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and a commitment to teamwork in a fast-paced emergency setting.

At Pieper Memorial Veterinary Center, we value the contributions of every team member. Your ideas, feedback, and clinical perspective matter—so we encourage you to speak up, collaborate, and be an active part of a team where your input can truly make a difference.

This is a full-time position:

• Schedule A:
  Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday – 8am-6pm. Holidays are required.
• Schedule B:
  Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday – 6am-4pm. Holidays are required.

Starting at $19.50-$22.50/hour dependent upon experience.

• Supportive culture with social events & team building
• Competit…