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Veterinary Assistant

Alliance Animal HealthGroup

Trumbull, CT Posted

  • $18.00 to $21.00 per hour
  • Full time
  • GP
  • Credential preferred

Benefits mentioned: Health insurance, 401(k) or retirement, CE allowance, Paid time off, Pet care discount, Uniform allowance

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Join Our Veterinary Team!

We are looking for a compassionate, dependable, and motivated Veterinary Assistant to join our growing veterinary practice. If you love animals, enjoy helping people, and thrive in a team-oriented environment, we would love to hear from you!  Home Veterinary Services is a full-service veterinary clinic offering state-of-the-art resources in the comfort of a remodeled 1918 craftsman style home in Trumbull. 

Learn more about us at Home Veterinary Services! 

Pay Range: $18-$21/hr

Job Type: Full Time

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Position Responsibilities

  • Assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians with examinations and treatments
  • Safely restrain and handle dogs, cats, and other patients
  • Prepare examination and treatment areas
  • Clean and disinfect kennels, equipment, and treatment areas
  • Assist with animal care, feeding, walking, and monitoring
  • Collect, prepare and perform laboratory samples as directed
  • Assist with Radiographs and ultrasounds
  • Help maintain accurate medical records
  • Communicate professionally and compassionately with clients (in-person as well as over the phone)
  • Provide support during procedures and appointments
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe hospital environment
  • Perform other duties as needed to support the veterinary team
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Qualifications

  • Previous veterinary experience preferred - 1 year minimum.
  • A genuine love and respect for animals
  • Strong communication and organizational skills
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team
  • Reliable, punctual, and willing to learn
  • Comfortable working with animals of different sizes and temperaments
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and remain calm under pressure
  • Proficient in sample collection and obtaining medical histories
  • Veterinary Assistant certification is a plus but not required
  • Self-starter with the desire to continue to advance your knowledge and skillset
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Pay Range: $18-$21/hr 

We offer our staff:

  • Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
  • Paid Bereavement Program
  • Paid Parental Leave Program
  • Competitive Compensation
  • Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology Program
  • Career Development Opportunities
  • Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
  • Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc)
  • Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory pre-employment screening.

*Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.

For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/.

 

 

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Listed pay $18.00 to $21.00 per hour ($37,440 to $43,680 a year at 2,080 hours). That is 8% below the Connecticut median of $21.28 an hour for veterinary assistants. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025. Vet assistant pay guide

Posted October 9, 2026. Last checked on Alliance Animal Health Careers. Interviewing here? 30 questions to ask a clinic

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