Veterinary Assistant Job at New Canaan Veterinary Hospital, New Canaan, CT

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  • New Canaan Veterinary Hospital
  • New Canaan, CT

Job Description



For Over 60 years, New Canaan Veterinary Hospital has been a family-owned facility serving New Canaan, Wilton, Norwalk, Stamford, and Pound Ridge. We offer a full range of services from routine examinations, preventative care for companion pets, routine & advanced dentistry for dogs and cats, dental digital x-ray, full lab on premises, digital ultrasound, and digital X-rays. Our staff is compassionate, caring, and loyal. We pride ourselves in the care that we provide here at New Canaan Veterinary Hospital.

The town of New Canaan has a small-town vibe with a big personality. This beautiful community borders New York State and is a short commute to manhattan. New Canaan has many outdoor activities for all age groups to enjoy from parks to rivers and so much more. New Canaan will keep just about anyone busy! 

To learn more about us, click  New Canaan Veterinary Hospital !

Job Description



Job duties include, but are not limited to:

This role is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient hospital environment while supporting patient care and daily operations. Duties include cleaning, sanitizing, and maintaining exam rooms, treatment areas, kennels, and equipment to ensure a hygienic and organized workspace. The position also involves safely and effectively restraining pets for examinations, treatments, and procedures, assisting with diagnostic imaging, and accurately administering medications in accordance with prescribed treatment plans. Team members are expected to support overall hospital operations and workflow as needed, contributing to a collaborative and high-quality standard of care.

Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases.

Whether you’re looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you’ll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development.

Qualifications



We’re looking for:

  • An experienced Veterinary Assistant with a minimum of 1-year experience preferred.
  • Compassionate, Calm, Team Player, Multi-Tasker and Strong Communicator
  • Must be able to properly restrain pets.
  • Self-starter with the desire to continue to advance your knowledge and skillset.
  • Clean, sanitize, and maintain exam rooms, treatment areas, kennels, and equipment to ensure a safe and hygienic hospital environment.
  • Support overall hospital operations and workflow as needed

Additional Information



We offer our staff:

  • Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA) 
  • Employee Assistance Program 
  • Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees 
  • Paid Bereavement Program 
  • Paid Parental Leave Program
  • Competitive Compensation
  • Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
  • Tuition Assistance Program 
  • Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster 
  • Career Development Opportunities 
  • Referral Bonus Program for most positions! 
  • Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc) 
  • Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check. 

*Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.

For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit  . 

Job Tags

Full time, Part time

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