MedVet·Norwalk, Connecticut
Perform emergency nursing care, including patient triage, monitoring hospitalized patients, and assisting veterinarians with procedures. Responsible for inducing anesthesia, conducting laboratory tests, and providing home care education to clients.
MedVet is a fast-growing Emergency and Specialty provider with practices nationwide.
We help our patients receive advanced medical treatments and innovations.
Things like chemotherapy and radiation, cardiac ablations, treatments for glaucoma, physical rehabilitation, dermatology and so much more!
We are looking for collaborative and driven people to join our clinical team.
We thrive on people living out our core values of Teamwork, Leadership and Compassion to get their job done.
Use your passion to drive the MedVet experience for our clients and patients, as well as your teammates.
We are looking for: Emergency & Nursing Veterinary Technician - Contingent (PRN) Never a dull moment in the ER!
Are you someone who likes to be constantly moving from one thing to another?
Our Emergency team is the perfect place for technicians who thrive in a fast-paced environment, can shift gears quickly and handle the stress of critical situations with ease.
Every day is different and there’s never the same case twice!
Record and deliver organized rounds, discuss cases and gather additional information as necessary Evaluating incoming patients and prioritizing based on assessment Partner with patient care team regarding treatment plans, client communication and nursing care concerns
Provide client education including, but not limited to: home care instructions, medications (indications, adverse reactions) and general wellness updates on hospitalized patients Assist DVM with patient assessment, treatment and procedures Provide monitoring and nursing care to hospitalized patients Induce and monitor general anesthesia and sedation procedures Perform in-house laboratory testing and prepare samples for outside laboratory testing
Who you are: State Registered Veterinary Technician license preferred Prior veterinary experience required, previous emergency experience desired Proficient in calculations (drugs, constant rate infusions, unit conversions, etc.) Flexibility with work hours and able to work additional hours when necessary Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Perks and
Benefits include: Comprehensive Health Benefits Vision and Dental HSA, FSA and Independent Care Spending 401k with Employer Match Paid Time Off (PTO) Shift Differentials and On-call Pay Uniform Allowance Employee Pet Discounts and Pet Insurance Elective Short-Term Disability, Life and Accident Insurance and company paid Long Term Disability Continuing Education Opportunities and Assistance Program Come as you are. MedVet is an equal opportunity employer. We are also a drug-free organization, therefore employment with MedVet is dependent upon the passing of a drug screen and background check. MedVet does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters.
Requires prior veterinary experience and proficiency in medical calculations, with a preference for a State Registered Veterinary Technician license. Candidates must be able to work efficiently in a fast-paced emergency environment with flexible hours.
Market context
Connecticut nursing openings typically reflect steady demand in hospitals, long-term care, and outpatient settings, especially for RNs who can step into patient care quickly. These roles are competitive because employers often look for an active Connecticut RN license, BLS certification, and preferred specialty credentials, while education requirements may favor a BSN. On this platform, job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving you research time; before applying, confirm your license status and match your certifications to the posting.