Mobile Veterinarian

Veterinary Assistant - Inpatient Nursing - Overnights

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of animals and the people who love them? Pieper Veterinary on Berlin Street in Middletown, CT is seeking compassionate, motivated Veterinary Assistants to join our growing team. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals who are passionate about animal care and dedicated to delivering exceptional service to every pet and pet parent.

If you are eager to learn, thrive in a collaborative environment, and want to be part of a practice committed to high-quality medicine and outstanding client care, we would love to meet you!

Our vision is a simple one, to make the community and the animals and people in it happier and healthier.

• Environment of
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Our hospital locations work closely together with each other as well as the Specialty/ER location in Middletown to provide the best possible care for the pets we see.
• 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 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.

We believe veterinary medicine is truly a team sport
, and we’re looking for someone who shares that mindset. The ideal candidate is comfortable with patient handling and restraint, basic surgical preparation, and assisting Veterinary Technicians in a clinical setting.

Experience with
Ezy Vet and Smart Flow is a plus but not required. Strong communication skills are essential in this role—you should feel confident interacting with both clients and teammates in a fast-paced environment. Collaboration is highly valued on our team, and we encourage everyone to speak up; your input matters and can make a real difference in patient care.

This is a full-time position:

4 days a week / 10-hour shifts
Saturday rotation.

Based on experience starting at $17.00-$20.00 an hour.

• Supportive culture with social events & team building
• Competitive paid time off & holidays
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Mental Health Focused Services
• A Safe Harbor 401K with up to a 4% match and immediate vesting

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!

• Prior experience working in a veterinary setting - 2+ years preferred.
• Experience in handling animals and performing basic animal care tasks.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact with clients and team members.
• Ability to multi-task and remain organized in a fast-paced environment.
• Compassion and patience when handling animals.
• Basic knowledge of animal behavior and medical terminology.
• Ability to work well under pressure and in stressful situations.
• Ability to work collaboratively with veterinarians, technicians, and other staff members.
• Willingness to take direction and adapt to new tasks and procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• Punctuality and reliability, with a commitment to maintaining a high standard of care.
• Positive attitude, professionalism, and a compassionate approach to client care.
• Willingness to continue learning and stay updated on veterinary practices.