Veterinary Technician - Emergency - Overnight

Portland Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Care • Full-time • South Gardiner, ME, United States, ME, United States • 22h ago

Description

Join Our Exceptional Team at Portland Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Care (PVESC)

At Portland Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Care (PVESC), we’re building a unique and dynamic workplace where our team members thrive, grow, and continuously learn while delivering exceptional care to our patients and their families. If you’re looking to be part of a place that encourages growth, collaboration, and a sense of purpose, we want you to join our team and help us continue to create this special environment.

About PVESC

We are a growing multi-specialty emergency and specialty veterinary practice located in beautiful Portland, Maine. Our services include Emergency & Critical Care, Surgery, Internal Medicine, Oncology, Dermatology, Neurology, Cardiology, and more. With endless opportunities for professional development, PVESC is the ideal place to grow your veterinary career.

We are honored to be recognized as the Best Veterinary Hospital in Maine, receiving Gold in the Portland Radio Group's Best of the 207 Awards for three consecutive years: 2022, 2023, and 2024.

Why PVESC?

We value our team members and are committed to providing a supportive and rewarding workplace. In addition to competitive compensation based on experience, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life insurance, long-term disability, and more
Paid time off, paid volunteer hours, and holiday pay
401(k) with employer match
Uniform allowance and personal pet discount
Paid continuing education and professional development opportunities

At PVESC, we foster a team-driven culture where every voice matters. We encourage all team members to contribute their thoughts, ideas, and energy to help us achieve collective success. We work collaboratively to make sure every member has the opportunity to shape their work life and grow professionally.

Anticipated Schedule
This is a full-time position with the following 2 schedules open:

LVT Schedule Only: Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, 7:30 PM – 8:00 AM (or similar)
Some holidays are required

Compensation

Starting at $25-34/hr, commensurate with experience and licensure
$5,000 retention bonus, available for Licensed Veterinary Technicians for overnight position

Requirements

What You’ll Do:

As an Emergency & Critical Care Technician, you’ll work directly with our ER doctors and support team to deliver excellent patient care in a fast-paced, high-acuity setting. Your ability to multitask, stay calm under pressure, and act as a patient advocate is key to our mission. In this role, you will:

Provide triage and stabilize incoming patients
Administer IV, IM, SQ, and PO medications
Assist with diagnostics such as radiographs, bloodwork, and ECGs
Manage fluid therapy and anesthesia monitoring as needed
Communicate effectively with doctors, teammates, and clients
Maintain detailed medical records and treatment sheets
Support patient admissions, discharges, and client education
Assist in emergency procedures and critical care support

Who We're Looking For:

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT/CVT/RVT) or experienced Veterinary Assistant
Strong organizational and client communication skills
Comfortable with advanced diagnostics, imaging, and anesthetic monitoring
Tech-savvy and able to learn veterinary software systems
A collaborative, compassionate approach to specialty patient care
Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-driven environment

If you’re a veterinary technician ready to expand your skills and grow in a specialty practice—we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and help shape the future of emergency and critical care at PVESC.

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