Veterinary Technician Assistant - Emergency

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.

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.

• Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday: 2:00 PM - 12:30 PM
• Some holidays are required

Compensation

• Starting at $22/hr, commensurate with experience

What You’ll Do

As an Emergency Veterinary Technician Assistant, you’ll support our veterinarians and licensed technicians with patient care, treatments, and procedures while maintaining a calm and compassionate presence for pets and their families.In this role, you will:

• Safely handle and restrain patients, including those in respiratory distress or trauma
• Assist with radiographs, lab sample collection, and basic lab work (PCV/TP, smears, urinalysis)
• Monitor and record patient vitals, alerting the medical team to any abnormalities
• Support patient monitoring, anesthetic induction and recovery
• Assist with critical emergencies such as GDV, seizures, or hit-by-car patients
• Keep treatment areas, surgical suites, and equipment clean and organized
• Provide excellent communication with clients and contribute to a collaborative team culture
• Work with veterinary software including EzyVet and SmartFlow

Who We Are Looking For

• Experience in veterinary medicine preferred (Assistant I or II level)
• Strong communication and multitasking skills
• Confidence in patient handling and a calm demeanor under pressure
• Familiarity with medical terminology, diagnostics, and general safety practices
• A collaborative spirit and a desire to grow within a high-performance team

If you're ready to take the next step in your veterinary career and be part of a team that’s redefining excellence in specialty care, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and help shape the future of rehabilitation care at PVESC.

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