Veterinary Assistant

• Cats Limited is looking for a Veterinary Assistant who genuinely enjoys cats and wants to grow in a hospital built entirely around feline medicine.
• We are a feline-only, AAHA-accredited hospital in West Hartford, Connecticut focused on low-stress handling, feline behavior, advanced medicine, and creating an experience that feels calmer and more personal for both cats and their owners.
• Our hospital was intentionally designed around feline patients — from our handling approach to our quieter workflow and client experience.
• We are looking for someone who values kindness, communication, curiosity, and relationship-building just as much as technical skills.
• This is a strong fit for someone who already has some veterinary experience and wants to continue growing their skills within a highly supportive, cat-focused environment.
• You may help with: Feline patient handling and restraint Exam room support Client communication and education Laboratory sample support Diagnostics and treatment workflow Technician appointments Surgery and anesthesia support Care for hospitalized or I-131 patients, if trained and interested What makes Cats Limited different: Cat-exclusive, AAHA-accredited hospital No routine weekends 4-day work week structure Certified cat behavior expertise Strong mentorship and continued learning culture Long-tenured team members Calm, collaborative environment Advanced feline diagnostics and medicine Clients who truly value the relationships they build with the team Our hospital includes: Ultrasound Digital radiography and digital dental radiography IDEXX laboratory equipment Zomedica Truforma feline-specific diagnostics Companion laser Radioactive iodine (I-131) treatment program Advanced feline handling and behavior-focused care The right fit is someone who is compassionate, adaptable, emotionally intelligent, and excited to continue learning.
• We care deeply about culture fit and are looking for people who want to build long-term relationships with both clients and coworkers.
• Compensation expected around $17–22/hour based on experience.
• We also have flexible schedules for the right candidate.
• Check us out at https://catslimited.com/

Benefits

Our Comprehensive benefit package includes: Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with a total company match up to 4%, after 6 months of employment Generous paid time off and flexible scheduling Continuing education allowance and professional development support Mental Health Resources Company paid bonding leave or applicable state provided bonding leave Perks for Your Pets Too! Because we know how much your pets mean to you, we offer special benefits designed just for them: Pet Care: Discounts on veterinary services and products Diagnostics: Savings on reference lab testing Nutrition: Discounts on Purina pet foods Insurance: Preferred rates with our pet insurance partner Rarebreed Veterinary Partners is a purpose-driven team that places talent first by supporting professionals to thrive in our industry and empowering hospital teams to provide exceptional care for pets and their owners. We pride ourselves on going the extra mile to create exceptional work experiences for our hospital teams. We focus on providing our hospitals with the best culture, tools, and support to allow the staff to focus on what they love most: caring for our animal companions. Joining our fun and team-first atmosphere comes with a level of support that’s hard to find anywhere else. Everything we do is with purpose – down to the way we invest in our people and create long-overdue change in the industry. We’re hyper-focused on supporting our professionals, so they can focus on bringing the gold standard of medicine to our patients and their families. Employment will require the successful completion of references and background check. Rarebreed Veterinary Partners provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics or classifications protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. Learn more about our career opportunities at: Where uncommon support partners with joy.