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Veterinary Technician

Rippowam Animal Hospital

Job Description

Veterinary Technician – General Practice | Outpatient Care | Stamford, CT
Make an impact. Grow your skills. Love your team.

Are you a Veterinary Technician who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment? Do you love being in the exam room, connecting with clients, and supporting pets through every stage of life?

Rippowam Animal Hospital in Stamford, CT is seeking a Veterinary Technician – General Practice (GP Tech) to join our outpatient care team. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys variety, patient interaction, and being an essential support system for both pets and veterinarians.

About the Role: Outpatient Veterinary Technician

As a GP Technician, you’ll be an integral part of our exam room and outpatient team, assisting our veterinarians with:

  • Wellness appointments and vaccine visits
  • Sick exams and follow-up care
  • Client communication and patient education
  • Restraint, blood draws, sample collection, and diagnostics
  • Supporting other areas of the hospital as needed—we’re all in this together!

We’re looking for:

  • At least 1 year of technician experience or CVT a plus but not required
  • Confidence in restraint and blood draws
  • A team player who’s ready to pitch in across departments
  • Someone reliable, motivated, and looking for a long-term career home

Schedule & Pay

  • We are looking to fill shifts Thursdays through Saturdays. Flexible scheduling available for the rest of the week– we’ll work with you!
  • Hourly compensation: $18–$28/hour depending on experience
    (Higher end for techs with multiple years of experience and/or surgical skills)

Why Choose Rippowam Animal Hospital?

For over 60 years, we’ve served the Stamford community with compassion, innovation, and excellence. Voted Best Veterinarians in Stamford 8 years in a row, we’re proud to offer:

  • A supportive team culture where people stay for the long haul—techs have been here 2–7+ years
  • Leadership that nurtures your growth and listens to your goals
  • A team that works hard and has fun doing it—mini golf tournaments, friendly competitions, and a workplace full of laughter

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401k with company match
  • PTO, holidays, and sick time
  • Employee pet care discounts
  • Life & disability insurance

📍 Conveniently located in Stamford, CT, close to shops, restaurants, and transit options.

If you’re ready to build a career you love with a team that feels like family, we’d love to meet you.

👉 Apply today and become part of something meaningful at Rippowam Animal Hospital.

🔗 www.rippowamanimalhospital.com

 


National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.

At NVA, we’re on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees.  The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process.  For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
 
NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.
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Stamford, Connecticut, United States

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