Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Since opening our doors in 1979, Candlewood Animal Hospital has been dedicated to helping pets and their owners stay healthy and live long lives together. We individualize our approach to pet care so as to make rational, informed decisions regarding each pet's needs. We keep up with the latest trends in veterinary care and blend our approach to meet each individual's needs.

Using advanced, modern technology to help us formulate a treatment plan for patients, we can best care for pet's illnesses and find ways to bring them back to health as rapidly as possible. Our team works in partnership with pet owners to keep their furry family members healthy and happy. Our hospital offers wellness and preventative care, care for sick and/or injured pets, dentistry, digital x-rays, complete surgery suite, an in-house laboratory, reproductive medicine including artificial insemination, ultrasound and more!  

Our prime location in Connecticut gives you everything you need to rest, recharge, and reinvigorate. New Milford blends historic New England style with picturesque scenery and untouched nature. This is a close-knit community with charming neighborhoods and prestigious school districts. New Milford is host to local festivals that draw crowds year-round whether you enjoy short films, Christmas caroling, or discovering new artists. Whether you enjoy boating on Candlewood Lake, listening to live jazz on the green, hiking in Lover's Leap State Park, or strolling through the historic downtown, this community has something for everyone. Once you step foot in our haven, you'll find it difficult to leave!

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Job duties include, but are not limited to:

Pet restraint, triage incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management.

Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases.

Whether you're looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you'll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development.

We're looking for:

• An experienced Veterinary Assistant with a minimum of 1-year experience preferred.
• Compassionate, Calm, Team Player, Multi-Tasker and Strong Communicator
• Must be able to properly restrain pets.
• Proficient in sample collection, obtaining medical histories, processing laboratory tests and radiographs, and anesthesia monitoring are a bonus!
• Self-starter with the desire to continue to advance your knowledge and skillset.

We offer our staff:

• Comprehensive Benefits for Full Time team (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 Assistance Program 
• Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster 
• Career Development Opportunities 
• Referral Bonus Program for most positions! 
• Holiday Pay
• *Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check. 

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

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