Veterinary Technician - Surgery

Portland Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Care • Full-time • Wells, ME, United States, ME, United States • 1d ago

Description

Join our Exceptional Team at Portland Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Care!

Are you a Veterinary Technician who thrives in fast-paced environments and takes pride in guiding others? At Portland Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Care (PVESC), we believe strong leadership is the backbone of exceptional patient care. That’s why we’ve created a team-focused, high-performance culture where your leadership makes a lasting impact on patients, clients, and fellow team members.

Our Mission

We’re here to improve the lives of pets, their families, and our community by delivering compassionate, high-quality emergency and specialty care. If you’re someone who finds joy in making a meaningful impact and thrives in a team-driven setting, we’d love for you to explore this opportunity.

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

Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday: 9:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Some holidays are required

Compensation

Starting at $22-34/hr, commensurate with experience and licensure
up to $2,500 sign on bonus, commensurate with experience and licensure

Requirements

What You’ll Do

As a Surgical Veterinary Technician, you’ll work closely with five board-certified surgeons, surgical residents, and interns. This role involves managing all aspects of surgical nursing—from patient intake and diagnostics to anesthesia, surgical assistance, and post-op recovery.
In this role, you will:

Assist with anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery
Support soft tissue, orthopedic, laparoscopic, and neurosurgeries
Prepare surgical patients and maintain sterile technique in the OR
Perform post-operative care, treatments, and documentation
Collaborate with DVMs, residents, and the surgical support team to provide top-tier care
Communicate compassionately with clients and ensure patients are treated with kindness, dignity, and professionalism
Help with department flow, scheduling, and maintaining equipment and surgical supplies

Who We're Looking For

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT/CVT/RVT) or Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS) preferred
Strong experience in anesthesia and surgical procedures
Veterinary Assistants with extensive surgical experience may be considered
Excellent organizational and communication skills
A collaborative, team-first approach to patient care
Passion for learning and contributing to a high-performance surgical team

If you’re a veterinary technician looking to elevate your leadership and clinical skills in a high-impact role, we’d love to connect with you. Apply today and lead the future of emergency care at PVESC.

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