Veterinary Technician Jobs in Connecticut

A Veterinary Technician plays a crucial role in the veterinary industry, providing essential support to veterinarians in diagnosing and treating animals with various health issues. They are responsible for performing a variety of procedures, such as drawing blood, administering medication, preparing animals and equipment for surgery, and assisting during surgical procedures. Veterinary Technicians also conduct laboratory tests and interpret the results, monitor anesthesia and recovery, and educate pet owners on pet care and health issues. They work in a range of settings, including veterinary clinics, animal hospitals, research facilities, and zoos.

Before becoming a Veterinary Technician, a person may work as a veterinary assistant, animal caretaker, or kennel attendant. To qualify as a Veterinary Technician, one must possess an associate's degree in veterinary technology from an accredited institution. Some regions require Veterinary Technicians to pass the Veterinary Technician National Examination (VTNE) to become licensed or certified. Additionally, they should have strong technical skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, patience, and a genuine love for animals. They should also be capable of handling stressful situations and making quick decisions in emergency situations.

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North Haven Animal Hospital

Certified Veterinary Technician

Qualifications We're Looking For: A Certified Veterinary Technician with an active license required, 1+ year professional experience preferred but not required Consistent punctuality and reliability...

Job Summary: We are seeking an enthusiastic, skilled, and compassionate Veterinary Technician to join our team....

Veterinary Technician - ER Outpatient - 2nd shift

  • Middletown, CT
  • 23 days ago
  • Middletown, CT
  • 23 days ago

We are seeking a technician who is already comfortable with restraint, triaging, venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and anesthesia....

Veterinary Technician - Urgent Care

  • Madison, CT
  • 27 days ago
  • Madison, CT
  • 27 days ago

We are seeking a technician who is proficient in venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and anesthesia. Experience with CPR and EzyVet are an additional plus but not required....

Veterinary Technician - Primary Care

  • Lebanon, CT
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lebanon, CT
  • 30+ days ago

Requirements 1-3 years Veterinary Technician experience. Associates in Veterinary Technology is a plus. CVT license is a plus. Knowledge of Anesthesia and monitoring....

Vinyl planks installer , Instalador de LVT

  • Waterbury, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • Waterbury, CT
  • 1 day ago

Vinyl planks installer, Instalador de LVT (Waterbury) Jkb floors compensation: Experience employment type: job title: LvT installer glue down Vinyl planks installer Glue down, patch Instalador de...

Veterinary Technician

  • Canton, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • Canton, CT
  • 1 day ago

The Veterinary Emergency Center of Canton is looking to add a skilled, friendly, and compassionate veterinary technician to our team!...

Vinyl planks installer , Instalador de LVT

  • Waterbury, CT
  • 2 days ago
  • Waterbury, CT
  • 2 days ago

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Associate Animal Care Technician

  • Preston, CT
  • 3 days ago
  • Preston, CT
  • 3 days ago

AVS Bio Poultry Care Technician Title : Poultry Care Technician Location: Preston, CT Industry: Pharmaceutical Salary: $19/hr Shift : Mon-Fri 5am-1:30pm Employment Type: Contract Client Overview:...

AIP Technician

  • Groton, CT
  • 3 days ago
  • Groton, CT
  • 3 days ago

Description The AIP technician is responsible for performing accurate, high quality necropsy/histology study work for rodent and non-rodent safety studies in compliance with the study protocol,...

Credentialed Veterinary Anesthesia Technician

  • West Hartford, CT
  • 7 days ago
  • West Hartford, CT
  • 7 days ago

Technician education tuition support and scholarships $750 continuing education funds for credentialed associates Veterinary Technician license reimbursement Generous hospital discounts and product...

Oncology Veterinary Technician

  • Norwalk, CT
  • 8 days ago
  • Norwalk, CT
  • 8 days ago

Please take a moment to view our brief video on life as a veterinary technician with VCA from a technician's point of view. ** **Oncology Veterinary Technician Responsibilities:** + Anesthesia monitoring...

Certified Veterinary Technician

  • Greenwich, CT
  • 11 days ago
  • Greenwich, CT
  • 11 days ago

Technicians are responsible for in-patient medical care- administer medications, assist or perform treatments, diagnostics & monitoring, place IV catheters, draw blood, run lab tests, administer IV...

Veterinary Technician Internal Medicine

  • Shelton, CT
  • 11 days ago
  • Shelton, CT
  • 11 days ago

VCA is a community of dedicated professionals that will encourage you to explore everything a Veterinary Technician career has to offer....

Animal Care Technician

  • Bethany, CT
  • 12 days ago
  • Bethany, CT
  • 12 days ago

Job Details Level : Entry Job Location : Bethany CT - Bethany, CT Education Level : None Salary Range : $16.35 - $17.00 Hourly Job Category : General Labor Description Our Animal Care Technicians provide...

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Veterinary Technician Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Veterinary Technician Jobs in Connecticut

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Veterinary Technician positions.



Highest Education Level

Veterinary Technicians in Connecticut offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
31.3%
Associate's Degree
27.4%
High School or GED
20.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.2%
Master's Degree
4.0%
Doctorate Degree
3.8%
Some College
2.7%
Some High School
1.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Veterinary Technicians in Connecticut
Less than 1 year
50.3%
None
20.2%
1-2 years
17.5%
2-4 years
10.4%
4-6 years
1.6%


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