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Veterinary Technician/Receptionist
Experienced Candidates Preferred| Full-time| Reception & Patient Care Duties
Are you an experienced Veterinary Technician looking for a positive, team-oriented work environment? Animal Care Experts Veterinary Hospital is seeking a full-time Veterinary Technician. In this role, you’ll be supporting both patient care and reception duties, ensuring a seamless experience for our clients and their pets. This role offers the opportunity to work with a dedicated team that values professional growth, teamwork, and quality veterinary care.
Why Join Us?
At Animal Care Experts, we believe that a supportive environment is key to delivering the best veterinary care. Our mission is to equip our veterinarians, technicians, and receptionists with the tools and support needed to provide every patient with exceptional medicine and compassionate veterinary care.
What You’ll Do:
- Fill a variety of shifts based on hospital needs (mornings, afternoons, or occasional Saturdays)
- Assist veterinarians with examinations, treatments, and procedures
- Perform venipuncture, radiographs, and patient restraint
- Delivery of oral and injectable medications
- Maintain accurate patient records and treatment plans
- Educate pet owners on preventative care and supportive care
- Ensure a clean, well-stocked, and organized work environment
- Reception Duties:
- Greet clients and assist with check-ins and check-outs
- Answer phone calls, schedule appointments, and process payments
- Manage client communications via phone, email, and text
- Assist with prescription handling and retail sales
What We’re Looking For:
- Experienced veterinary technician (certified or experienced technicians preferred)
- Schedule flexibility, rotating Saturdays (1-2 a month)
- A compassionate, team-oriented mindset with strong communication skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining quality care
- Passion for veterinary medicine and a commitment to excellence in patient care
- Experience with veterinary software platforms and general computer proficiency are essential for this role. We use Avimark, and familiarity with similar systems, along with the ability to learn new technology, is a must.
What We Offer:
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Health Insurance
- 401(k) plan
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Continuing Education allowance and generous employee discount.
- Supportive work culture focused on professional development and teamwork
If you’re a dedicated veterinary technician looking for a rewarding role, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today and become a valued part of our team.
Apply Now! Send your resume to admin@ace-vet.com
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $19.50 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- License reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- Day shift
- Rotating weekends
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Commute:
- Thompson, CT 06277 (Required)
Work Location: In person
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