Veterinary Technician Assistant - Surgery

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

Join Our Exceptional Team at Portland Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Care (PVESC) as a Surgical Veterinary Assistant

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 for a role that combines precision, teamwork, and purpose, we want you to join our surgical team and help us provide the highest standard of care to pets and their people.

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 four consecutive years: 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025.

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 share their ideas and collaborate to continuously improve our patient care and workplace environment.

Anticipated Schedule

This is a full-time day-shift position.

Sunday, Monday, Thursday, Friday 9:00am - 7:30pm

Compensation

Pay range $25-35/hr, commensurate with experience

What You ll Do

As a Surgical Veterinary Assistant, you ll play a key role in ensuring our surgical department runs smoothly and efficiently, supporting veterinarians and licensed technicians in a variety of procedures. In this role, you will:

Assist with surgical preparation, including patient setup and monitoring
Maintain sterile environments in surgical suites
Support veterinarians and technicians during surgical procedures
Monitor and assist with post-operative recovery
Ensure exceptional patient care and comfort at all times
Communicate effectively with the surgical team to ensure efficiency and safety
Assist with advanced procedures and work with cutting-edge equipment, including CT, MRI, digital radiology, laser therapy, and more

Who We re Looking For

Veterinary surgical experience preferred, but we are open to training the right candidate with strong general nursing skills
A fast learner who thrives under pressure and values teamwork
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Passion for surgery and dedication to patient care
A collaborative, positive attitude

If you're ready to take the next step in your veterinary career and be part of a skilled, high-performing surgical team, we d love to hear from you. Apply today and help us continue to raise the bar for specialty care at PVESC.

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