Top 90 Animal care Jobs in Berlin, Ct

Veterinary Assistant
Middlebury Animal Hospital and Rehabilitation —Middlebury, CT
- $17 - $24 an hour
- Full-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Computer literacy
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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14d
Animal Care/Adoption Technician
CONNECTICUT HUMANE SOCIETY —Newington, CT
- From $18 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Computer literacy
- Data entry
- 1 year
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Animal Care Attendant (Flexible Working Hours)
Destination Pet LLC —West Hartford, CT
- $17.00 - $18.50 an hour
- Part-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Ability to climb stairs
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- 401(k)
- Flexible schedule
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11d
Dog Walker & Pet Care Professional (W-2 Employee) | 4-7 hours / day
David's Pet Services —West Hartford, CT
- $19 - $23 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- High school
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid training
- Mileage reimbursement
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8d
Pet Sitter & Dog Walker - Southington Area
Sarah's Pet Sitting —Southington, CT
- $18 - $25 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Driver's License
- Driving
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Assistant Animal Control Officer
Town of Berlin —Berlin, CT
- $27.97 an hour
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Residential
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DaleyPawz - Dog Walker & Pet Care
Daley Pawz, LLC. —West Hartford, CT
- $14 - $25 an hour
- Choose your own hours
- Background check
- Customer service
- Writing skills
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
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Dog Walker and Pet Sitter
Humble Hounds LLC —Bristol, CT
- $16.94 - $30.00 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Customer service
- Driver's License
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3d
Pet Sitter & Dog Walker - Cheshire Area
Sarah's Pet Sitting —Cheshire, CT
- $18 - $25 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Driver's License
- Driving
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Daily Dog Walker/Pet Care Provider
Home Sweet Home Pet Care —West Hartford, CT
- Part-time
- Pass drug screening
- Driver's License
- 21 years or older
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Dog Daycare Attendant
The Ulti-Mutt Academy, LLC —East Hampton, CT
- From $17 an hour
- Part-time
- Heavy lifting
- Customer service
- In-person
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11d
Pet Sitter & Dog Walker - Wallingford / Meriden Area
Sarah's Pet Sitting —Wallingford, CT
- $18 - $25 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Driver's License
- Driving
Veterinary Assistant
Cats Limited Veterinary Hospital —West Hartford, CT
- $17 - $22 an hour
- Background check
- Operating room
- Patient care
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Dog Group Play Leader
Paws Pet Resort & Spa —Cheshire, CT
- From $17 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- High school diploma or GED
- Entry level
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1d
Rescue Closer
Save all dogs rescue —Manchester, CT
- From $17 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- In-person
- Entry level
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Pet Care Provider
Home Sweet Home Pet Care —Bloomfield, CT
- Part-time
- Pass drug screening
- Driver's License
- 21 years or older
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Pet Trainer
PetSmart —Berlin, CT
- $17.34 - $26.34 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Organizational skills
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
Dog Walker / Pet Sitter
Four Legged Care LLC —Branford, CT
- From $23 an hour
- Part-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Driver's License
- Driving
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8d
Urgent Care Senior Veterinary Assistant
UrgentVet New Britain —New Britain, CT
- Weekends as needed
- Patient monitoring
- Mid-level
- Travel
- Paid parental leave
- Disability insurance
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Internal Medicine Veterinary Assistant
Central Hospital for Veterinary Medicine —Guilford, CT
- From $18 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Inpatient
- Outpatient experience
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Veterinary Assistant

Middlebury Animal Hospital and Rehabilitation
Middlebury, CT

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Job Details

Full-time
$17 - $24 an hour
14 days ago

Benefits

Health insurance
401(k)
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Uniform allowance
Parental leave
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Life insurance

Qualifications

Teamwork
Animal hospital experience
High school diploma or GED
Attention to detail
Organizational skills

Full Job Description

Veterinary Assistant

Position Title: Veterinary Assistant
Reports To: Practice Manager & Veterinarians

Position Summary

The Veterinary Assistant plays an essential role in supporting veterinarians and veterinary technicians by ensuring the efficient flow of appointments, providing compassionate patient care, and maintaining a clean, organized hospital environment. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working directly with animals, thrives in a fast-paced setting, and is committed to providing exceptional care to both patients and clients.

Essential Responsibilities Patient Care & Medical Support

Safely restrain canine and feline patients during examinations, treatments, blood collection, and procedures using Fear Free handling techniques whenever possible.
Assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians with blood draws, injections, diagnostic testing, and routine treatments.
Prepare patients for examinations and procedures.
Obtain patient weights and assist with collecting laboratory samples as directed.
Monitor patients during appointments and report any concerns to the medical team.
Maintain accurate patient records as directed.

Pharmacy & Prescriptions

Prepare prescription refills for veterinarian review and approval.
Accurately label and package medications.
Restock pharmacy shelves and maintain organization of medications and supplies.
Monitor inventory levels and notify management when supplies need replenishing.

Hospital Operations

Clean and disinfect examination rooms between appointments.
Clean and maintain treatment areas, kennels, cages, and common hospital spaces.
Wash, sterilize, and organize medical instruments and equipment.
Restock exam rooms and treatment areas with necessary supplies.
Perform laundry, including towels, blankets, bedding, and cleaning cloths.
Assist with maintaining a clean, safe, and organized hospital environment at all times.

Client Support

Escort clients and patients to examination rooms.
Provide compassionate assistance during appointments.
Reinforce medication and discharge instructions as directed by the veterinarian or technician.
Answer basic client questions and refer medical questions to licensed staff members.

Team Support

Assist with patient flow to help appointments run efficiently.
Assist with inventory organization and stocking.
Participate in staff meetings and training sessions.
Support team members with additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Previous experience in a veterinary hospital, animal shelter, kennel, daycare, or similar animal care setting preferred.
Comfortable handling dogs and cats of all sizes and temperaments.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Basic computer skills.
Willingness to learn and maintain a positive attitude.

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds independently and more with assistance.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and crouch for extended periods.
Ability to safely restrain animals of various sizes and temperaments.
Ability to work around cleaning chemicals, medications, animal dander, and other common veterinary hospital conditions.

Preferred Qualities

Compassionate and patient with animals and clients.
Dependable, punctual, and reliable.
Positive attitude and willingness to assist wherever needed.
Strong work ethic and commitment to teamwork.
Dedicated to providing excellent patient care and client service.
Supportive of our Fear Free philosophy and committed to minimizing stress for every patient.

To help us keep our focus on patient care and our hospital running smoothly, please do not call the office regarding this position. We will carefully review all applications and reach out directly to candidates we’d like to interview. Thank you for your understanding and for your interest in joining our team!

Pay: $17.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Tuition reimbursement
Uniform allowance

Work Location: In person

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