Veterinary Technician - Surgery

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 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 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

Ensure all your application information is up to date and in order before applying for this opportunity.

This is a full-time position

Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday: 9:00 AM - 7:30 PM

Some holidays are required

Compensation

$22-36/hr, commensurate with experience and licensure

up to $5,000 sign on bonus, commensurate with experience and licensure

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. xqrzhdi

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

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