Dental Veterinary Technician Assistant – Oral Surgery

PVESC; Portland (ME); Híbrido; USD 30.000 - 41.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance, long-term disability

Paid time off and volunteer hours

401(k) with employer match

Uniform allowance

Personal pet discount

Paid continuing education and career发展

Descripción de la vacante

Portland Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Care (PVESC) is hiring a Dental Veterinary Technician Assistant to support our dentistry team and Board Certified Veterinarian. This full-time role involves assisting with dentistry procedures, sedation support, and post-procedure care in a fast-paced, collaborative hospital in Portland, ME.

Starting wages are $22-$30 per hour, commensurate with experience. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage, a retirement plan, paid time off, uniform

Formación

• Experienced veterinary assistant with dentistry experience preferred.
• Strong patient handling, clinical support and dental imaging skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Familiarity with veterinary software (EzyVet, SmartFlow) is a plus.

Responsabilidades

• As a Dental Veterinary Technician Assistant, you'll play a key role in ensuring our dentistry department runs smoothly and efficiently, supporting our Board Certified Veterinarian.
• Support preparation and post-procedure care for sedated or anesthetized patients.
• Assist with advanced periodontal diagnostics and procedures, endodontic therapy, prosthodontic procedures, periodontal surgery and oral surgery.
• Be responsible for loading appointments, intake, estimates, discharges, etc.
• Clean and restock exam rooms, treatment areas, etc.
• Accurately handle and care for instruments appropriately, including appropriate selection of cleaning agents, lubricants, examination of function, identification and assembly and preparation for sterilization
• Operate steam sterilization equipment including routine cleaning and maintenance

Conocimientos

Veterinary assistant

Dentistry experience

Dental imaging

Communication skills

Teamwork

Fast-paced environment

Software familiarity

Herramientas

EzyVet

SmartFlow

Descripción del empleo

Portland Veterinary Emergency and Speciality Care (PVESC) has been serving Maine for over thirty years. At PVESC, we offer expert multi-specialty and emergency care services for our patients and peace of mind for our clients. We work in partnership with veterinary practices throughout New England to step in when more advanced care is needed.

How we show up in the world and work together.

We do the right thing.

We are here to help.

We have high standards.

We Believe In

• Caring & Compassion
• Responsibility
• Integrated Care
• Teamwork
• Client Focus
• Respect
• Ethical Practice
• Communication
• Commitment

PVESC is committed to valuing you by providing a rewarding compensation package that includes fair base pay commensurate with your experience, and an extensive benefit plan.

Our benefits include:

401(k) Retirement plan with immediate vesting

Generous paid time off

Medical, dental, life and other insurances

Veterinary Technician Assistant - Dentistry & Oral Surgery

Join Our Exceptional Team at Portland Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Care (PVESC)

Dental Veterinary Technician Assistant

Portland Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Care (PVESC) is a growing multi-specialty and emergency veterinary practice in beautiful Portland, Maine. We’re looking for an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our Dentistry & Oral Surgery team and work alongside our Board-Certified Veterinary Dentist.

Why PVESC?

At PVESC, we value collaboration, professional growth, and exceptional patient care. Join a team where you can learn, contribute, and build your career.

What You’ll Do

• Support patient preparation, anesthesia recovery, and post-procedure care
• Assist with advanced dental and oral surgery procedures
• Manage appointments, patient intake, estimates, and discharges
• Prepare, clean, sterilize, and maintain dental instruments and equipment
• Maintain clean, organized, and well-stocked treatment areas
• Provide compassionate, efficient patient and client support

What We’re Looking For

• Veterinary Assistant experience required
• Veterinary dentistry experience preferred
• Strong patient handling, clinical support, and dental imaging skills
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
• EzyVet or SmartFlow experience a plus
• Positive attitude and commitment to compassionate care

Schedule & Compensation

• Tuesday–Friday, 8:00 AM–6:30 PM
• Some holidays required
• $24–$33/hour, based on experience
• Up to $1500.00 sign on bonus commsurate with experience and credentials
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off, holidays, and volunteer hours
• 401(k) with employer match
• Uniform allowance and personal pet discount
• Paid continuing education and professional development

Ready to grow your skills in veterinary dentistry? Join PVESC and become part of a collaborative team dedicated to exceptional specialty care.

PVESC is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

“The collaboration on cases between doctors and technicians in this hospital drives us toward practicing our best medicine and is what I'm most proud of!”

“It is the PVESC clients and their pets that keep me excited to come to work every morning. I love working with and getting to know the dogs, cats, and people of Maine.”