Veterinary Technician - Emergency - Overnight

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

LVT or Experienced VA :

Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday,

1 : 30 PM - 2 : 00 AM

Some

holidays are required

Compensation

Starting

at $25-34 / hr,

commensurate with experience and licensure

$5,000

retention bonus,

available for Licensed Veterinary Technicians

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

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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