Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT/LVT) – Surgery & Anesthesia Focus
Shelton, CT
Full-Time | 4-Day Work Week | No Weekends
Compensation: Based on Experience & Credentialing
Countryside Veterinary Hospital is seeking an experienced Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT/LVT) to join our team. We are looking for a technician with strong skills in surgery, anesthesia monitoring, and patient care who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and is passionate about providing exceptional medical care to pets and their families.
This role is ideal for a credentialed technician who enjoys being an integral part of the surgical team and takes pride in delivering safe, high-quality patient care from admission through recovery.
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Monitor anesthesia for surgical and dental procedures
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Prepare patients for surgery, including pre-operative treatments and catheter placement
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Perform accurate anesthetic calculations and maintain anesthesia records
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Closely monitor patient vitals throughout procedures and recovery
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Assist veterinarians during surgical and dental procedures
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Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed
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Perform venipuncture, laboratory sample collection, and diagnostic testing
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Educate clients on surgical procedures, discharge instructions, and at-home care
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Maintain accurate medical records and support daily hospital operations
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Collaborate with doctors and team members to provide exceptional patient care
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Current CVT, LVT, or RVT credential required
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Minimum 2 years of veterinary technician experience preferred
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Strong anesthesia monitoring and surgical nursing skills
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Comfortable with anesthetic induction, monitoring, and recovery
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Proficient in venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and medication administration
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Experience with dental procedures and dental radiographs is a plus
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Excellent communication and client education skills
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Reliable, detail-oriented, and team-focused
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Able to work efficiently in a busy hospital environment
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Four 10-hour weekday shifts
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No weekends
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Supportive and collaborative hospital culture
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Opportunities for continuing education and professional growth
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Modern equipment and a strong commitment to quality medicine
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Consistent schedule promoting work-life balance
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Competitive compensation plus monthly bonus potential
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Medical, dental, and vision insurance
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401(k) with company match
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Paid time off and paid holidays
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Paid parental leave
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Annual scrub allowance
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Employee pet discounts and pet insurance options
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24/7 mental health support resources
If you're a credentialed veterinary technician who enjoys surgery, anesthesia, and providing exceptional patient care, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of the Countryside Veterinary Hospital team.
