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Veterinary Technician-Per Diem

Veterinary Emergency Center of Canton
Canton, CT Per Diem
POSTED ON 4/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/1/2026

Veterinary Emergency Center of Canton is looking to add an experienced Per Diem Veterinary Technician to our team. This is a great opportunity for a technician who enjoys emergency medicine and wants flexible shifts in a collaborative, fast-paced hospital.

Our technicians play an essential role in delivering high-quality emergency and inpatient care while supporting a team of experienced ER clinicians. This role is ideal for someone who is confident in their technical skills, enjoys a dynamic caseload, and thrives working alongside a supportive and team-oriented group.

A veterinary technician license is not required, but prior experience working as a veterinary technician (not solely as an assistant) is required.

Our state-of-the-art emergency hospital serves the greater Hartford area and is equipped with advanced diagnostics, a fully equipped surgical suite, in-house lab, and a supportive team committed to exceptional patient care. The hospital is open 7 days per week from 8am-12am Monday-Friday and 8am-8pm on Saturday and Sunday. We have 24-hour nursing care for our inpatients 7 days a week including holidays.

Learn more about our hospital: https://vecofcanton.com/

Veterinary Technician-Per Diem/Relief

Veterinary Emergency Center of Canton in Canton, CT

Pay Range $23.00-$29.00 per hour (based on experience)

WHAT YOU'LL DO

  • Provide high-quality nursing care and technical support to hospitalized and emergency patients
  • Perform venipuncture and place IV catheters
  • Monitor anesthesia and assist veterinarians during surgical and medical procedures
  • Assist with diagnostics including bloodwork, radiographs, and laboratory testing
  • Monitor patient vitals, maintain accurate treatment records, and communicate patient updates to the veterinary team
  • Administer medications and treatments as directed by the veterinarian
  • Support patient restraint and handling while ensuring a low-stress experience for pets
  • Maintain a clean, organized treatment area and assist with stocking medical supplies
  • Collaborate closely with veterinarians, technicians, and support staff to provide exceptional patient care

BENEFITS

We're passionate about helping you reach your greatest potential – both at work and at home. As a result, our total compensation package is outstanding and rewarding:

  • Competitive compensation
  • 401K with a total company match of up to 4%- after 6 months of service
  • Mental health resources
  • State specific sick pay

REQUIREMENTS

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Hands-on experience working as a Veterinary Technician required (assistant-only experience is not sufficient)
  • Ability to perform core technical skills including blood draws, catheter placement, patient monitoring, and surgical assistance
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced clinical environment
  • Must be a team player with compassion for pets and their people

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: https://rarebreedvet.com/careers/

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Salary : $23 - $29

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