Veterinary Technician

Positions are available across all hospitals in the Pieper Veterinary network. For over 80 years, we’ve cared for Connecticut’s pets and their families with compassion and expertise.

Joining our team means practicing the highest level of veterinary medicine in a supportive environment, with great benefits, collaborative colleagues, and a culture built on treating every pet as if they were our own.

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Core Values

The core values below are the beliefs that guide us in our practice every day -- It’s how we come to work.

We Love What We Do

We love what we do and who we do it for. We pay attention to the patient’s journey and we treat the individual. We’re passionate and proud of our work, our patients and our team. We put our hearts into it.

Team Sport

We know the best way to care for our patients and clients is by working together. We respect, trust, support and encourage our co-workers. We have each other’s back. We ask “How can I help?”

Laughter

The work we do is challenging, and we stay strong by lifting each other up. We feel a positive attitude and a little humor has the ability to make all the difference in someone’s day.

We Can Handle It

In fact, we can handle anything. We take action while keeping our cool. We adapt to whatever comes through the door. We’re decisive, confident and we are fearless. We like a good challenge and we do what is necessary.

Good People Work Here

We are united by the desire to be ethical, honest and responsible. We show integrity, compassion and respect and genuinely care about our work and our patients.

OPPORTUNITY HIGHLIGHTS

Pay: $23.00-$25.00/hour (depending on experience and skillset)
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8-hour shifts | Rotating Saturdays 8:00 AM-1:00 PM required

BENEFITS

Lebanon Veterinary Hospital has proudly served the local community for generations and continues to provide compassionate, high-quality veterinary care. As part of the Pieper Veterinary network, our team enjoys the close-knit culture of a community practice while benefiting from the resources, collaboration, and advancement opportunities of a larger veterinary organization.

As our Veterinary Technician , you'll provide hands‑on patient care across all aspects of general practice, including anesthesia monitoring, venipuncture, IV catheter placement, dentistry, surgery, nursing care, and client education. You'll join a collaborative team that believes exceptional veterinary medicine is built on teamwork, communication, and mutual support.

REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS ROLE | NON-NEGOTIABLE

• Minimum of 3 years of Veterinary Technician experience
• Strong experience with anesthesia and anesthetic monitoring
• Proficiency in venipuncture and IV catheter placement
• Knowledge of medical math, drug calculations, and protocols
• Experience supporting surgical and dental procedures
• Knowledge of veterinary instruments, equipment, sterilization, and patient care procedures
• Excellent client service and communication skills
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment
• Availability for rotating Saturdays
• Must be 18 years of age or older

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS | NOT A DEAL BREAKER

• Associate's Degree in Veterinary Technology
• CVT, LVT, or RVT credential
• Advanced dentistry experience
• Experience mentoring or training team members
• Strong interest in continuing education and professional development
• Experience in a high-volume general practice setting

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Lebanon Veterinary Hospital/Pieper Veterinary/COVE Animal Health is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law

Pieper Veterinary is proud to be part of the COVE Animal Health family. Follow Pieper on social media, and connect with COVE on LinkedIn for more updates.