Fairfield Veterinary Hospital·Fairfield, Connecticut
include safe and effective patient handling, monitoring anesthesia during emergency and surgical care, and obtaining necessary diagnostics like radiographs and blood samples. Technicians will also be responsible for professional communication with clients and accurate documentation of patient records.
Fairfield Veterinary Hospital is Hiring a Veterinary Technician!
Role: Experienced or Licensed Veterinary Technician Status: Full-time Salary: Negotiable and based on experience Schedule: 4 x 10-hour days Benefits Highlights Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee discounts Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state license & VTNE fee reimbursement, and uniform allowance Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays and an Employee Assistance Program Fairfield Veterinary Hospital is a busy 2-doctor hospital in the heart of downtown Fairfield. FVH is looking to add an experienced or licensed veterinary technician to its fantastic team. Here, you can develop as a professional and are encouraged to be and care for the exceptional person you are. We know a happy, healthy staff is essential to comprehensive patient care. We strive for a positive clinic culture and a schedule that facilitates a proper work-life balance. Why Our Veterinary Technicians Love it Here Supportive doctors & leadership Mentoring and support for all team members A truly collaborative, drama-free team Competitive pay & benefits CE encouraged and allowance provided. A workplace where your voice matters What Our Veterinary Technicians Bring to The Team Safe and effective patient handling and restraint Knowledge of preventative care and vaccines Knowledge of anesthesia monitoring, induction, and recovery Ability to accurately triage patients and obtain thorough medical histories Solid technical skills, including venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and laboratory procedures A collaborative, team-first mindset with a willingness to jump in where needed Commitment to continued learning, growth, and professional development What You’ll Contribute Safe and effective patient handling and restraint Knowledge of preventative care and vaccines Experience in monitoring anesthesia Emergency and surgical care - including IV catheter placement Obtaining diagnostics - including radiographs, phlebotomy, and sample collection, and performing in-house lab work Professional, compassionate communication with clients and staff Succinct documentation of patient records and client interactions We've put together some pretty sweet benefits to help keep life awesome, including: Financial Benefits A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan Flexible Spending Account (full-time only) 529 Savings Plan Tuition Support Program (full-time only) Referral bonus program Wellness Benefits Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only) Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only) Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply. Sick Time / Paid Time Off Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets Pet discounts on services and products Pet food discount program Workplace Benefits Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program State license reimbursement VTNE exam fee reimbursement Professional development opportunities Continuing education allowance Uniform allowance Lifestyle Benefits Six paid holidays (full-time only) Employee Assistance Program Employee discount program Join Our Team! Take the next step. You miss every chance you don’t take — don’t miss this one. Apply today! Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Fairfield Veterinary Hospital and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That’s why we’re committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.
The ideal candidate should be an experienced or licensed Veterinary Technician capable of safe patient handling, knowledge of preventative care, and proficiency in anesthesia monitoring and technical skills like venipuncture and IV catheter placement. A collaborative mindset and commitment to professional growth are also essential requirements.
Market context
Veterinary technician roles in Connecticut are commonly competitive because clinics look for detail-oriented candidates who can support patient care, anesthesia, and critical cases. Existing experience with IV catheter placement, anesthesia, or critical care can help your application stand out, and a clear resume that matches those skills to the posting is a practical next step. Job requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving you research time.
