At East Hartford Animal Clinic, we are dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate veterinary care for dogs and cats in a busy and collaborative general practice environment. Our team values client education, patient advocacy, and a supportive workplace culture where your skills and knowledge are respected and put to good use.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a Certified Veterinary Technician who is passionate about preventative medicine and client education. The ideal candidate is proactive, dependable, and skilled in both technical duties and client communication. This role is vital to ensuring that our patients receive outstanding wellness care and that pet owners feel confident and informed.
Key Responsibilities:
- Administer core and lifestyle vaccines according to patient age, history, and risk factors
- Educate clients on flea, tick, and heartworm prevention options and protocols
- Prepare, calculate, and administer medications under veterinarian direction
- Assist in routine wellness exams, diagnostics, and treatments
- Draw blood and collect samples for lab testing
- Discuss treatment plans, diagnostics, and wellness care with clients in a clear, compassionate manner
- Advocate for patients by ensuring they receive appropriate preventive and medical care
- Maintain accurate patient records and follow clinic protocols
- Support other areas of the hospital as needed, including assisting with procedures or inventory
Required Qualifications:
- Active certification/licensure as a Veterinary Technician (CVT, LVT, RVT)
- Solid understanding of preventive care and common veterinary medications
- Skilled in client education and communication
- Confident with vaccine protocols, parasite prevention, and medication preparation
- Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask
- Passion for patient advocacy and client service
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in a small animal general practice setting
- Familiarity with veterinary software systems (e.g, Cornerstone, etc.)
- Bilingual a plus (but not required)
What We Offer:
Financial Benefits:
- A flexible approach to compensation that will reflect your skillset and future performance
- 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
- Flexible Spending Account
- 529 Savings Plan
- Tuition Support Program
- Referral bonus program
Wellness Benefits:
- Health Insurance, including medical, dental, and vision
- Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and longterm disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance
- All US-based, benefits-eligible employees with a minimum of one year of service may receive up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child
- Sick Time / Paid Time Off
- Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
- Pet discounts on services and products
- Pet food discount program
Workplace Benefits:
- Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
- Professional development opportunities
- State license reimbursement
- VTNE exam fee reimbursement
- Continuing education allowance
- Uniform allowance
- Ability to join our VetCor Techlife Facebook group of over 800 veterinary technicians company-wide
Lifestyle Benefits:
- Six paid holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee discount program
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you’re a dedicated CVT looking to make a difference in the lives of pets and the people who love them, we’d love to meet you. Join a team where your skills, compassion, and voice truly matter.
Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at East Hartford Animal Clinic and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That's why we're committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.
