Experienced or Licensed Veterinary Technician

Moosehead Trail Veterinary Hospital; Maine; On-site; USD 28,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition support

Health insurance (medical, dental, and

Paid time off

Employee pet discounts

VTNE exam reimbursement

Uniform allowance

Job summary

Moosehead Trail Veterinary Hospital in rural Central Maine is seeking an Experienced or Licensed Veterinary Technician. You’ll assist in surgery, provide nursing care, and educate clients while joining a close-knit team that values work-life balance.

The role offers full-time hours with no nights or weekends, a competitive hourly wage based on licensure and experience, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and generous benefits designed for long-term growth and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Surgical experience in a veterinary setting.
• Customer-facing client education and nursing care.
• Strong communication with clients and team.
• Ability to work within a collaborative, positive team environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians in surgery and keep surgical patients safe and comfortable.
• Provide high-quality nursing care to patients.
• Support veterinarians during exams and procedures.
• Educate clients and build lasting connections with families.
• Contribute to a collaborative, positive team environment daily.

Skills

Surgical experience

Compassionate patient care

Clear communication

Team player

4+ years of veterinary technician or 4

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) credential in Maine

Job description

Experienced or Licensed Veterinary Technician

Moosehead Trail Veterinary Hospital is Hiring an Experienced or Licensed Veterinary Technician!

Role: Experienced or Licensed Veterinary Technician

Status: Full-time

Salary: Competitive hourly wage based on experience and licensure

Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, with occasional Thursdays. Off Weekends

Experience: Surgical experience required; licensure preferred, or 4+ years of veterinary technician or assistant experience

Benefits Highlights

Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses

Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee pet discounts

Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state veterinary technician license reimbursement, VTNE exam fee reimbursement, professional development opportunities, and uniform allowance

Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays, an Employee Assistance Program, and an employee discount program

Are you an Experienced or Licensed Veterinary Technician with a love for surgery, looking for a supportive, family-friendly workplace where your skills are valued and your work-life balance actually matters?

At Moosehead Trail Veterinary Hospital, we’re more than just a clinic. We’re a close-knit team proudly serving rural Central Maine, and we’re dedicated to compassionate care for both our patients and each other.

We’re looking for an Experienced or Licensed Veterinary Technician who brings hands-on surgical experience and wants full-time hours with no nights and no weekends. A Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) is preferred, but if you’re a seasoned vet tech or veterinary assistant with 4+ years of experience, we want to hear from you too.

Why Our Veterinary Technicians Love It Here

• Full-time hours with no nights or weekends, so your evenings and weekends stay yours
• A place to put your surgical skills to work alongside veterinarians who value your experience
• A close-knit, family-friendly team that looks out for one another as much as it looks out for its patients
• A clinic that puts team culture, flexibility, and professional growth first
• The charm and slower pace of rural Central Maine, without sacrificing meaningful, rewarding work
• Real support for your growth, including VTNE exam fee reimbursement if you’re working toward becoming a Licensed Veterinary Technician

What Our Veterinary Technicians Do

As our Experienced or Licensed Veterinary Technician, you will:

• Assist our veterinarians in surgery and help keep surgical patients safe and comfortable
• Provide high-quality nursing care to every patient
• Support our veterinarians during exams and procedures
• Educate clients and build lasting connections with the families we serve
• Contribute to a collaborative, positive team environment every day

What You’ll Bring

• Surgical experience in a veterinary setting (required)
• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) credential in the state of Maine (preferred)
• If not licensed, at least 4 years of experience as a veterinary technician or veterinary assistant (required)
• A compassionate, patient-first approach to nursing care
• Clear, friendly communication with clients and coworkers
• A team-player attitude and a desire to keep learning

Benefits You Can’t Beat

• A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
• 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
• 529 Savings Plan
• Tuition Support Program
• Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
• Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
• Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free or discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• State veterinary technician license reimbursement
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Continuing education allowance
• Six paid holidays (full-time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

Join Our Team!

Ready to make a difference while loving where you work? If you’re an Experienced or Licensed Veterinary Technician with surgical experience who wants a supportive team, a schedule with no nights or weekends, and the quiet beauty of rural Maine, we’d love to hear from you.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values of Moosehead Trail Veterinary Hospital and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That’s why we’re committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.

Prioritize your work-life balance and enjoy a fulfilling time away from work with our generous offerings.

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays

Unleash your potential and foster professional growth through our comprehensive education and training programs.

• Vetcor University - training for skill development and career growth
• CE Allowance and opportunities
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Lend a Hand Program - increased pay to help a sister hospital
• VetLife Days - rotate to a sister hospital

Enjoy exclusive benefits for you and your furry family members.

• Discounted Products

Health & Welfare

Take care of your well-being with our comprehensive health and wellness benefits.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Optional Life Insurance, Disability, and Accidental Insurance
• EAP with counseling and mental health benefits
• DVM Professional Liability Insurance fully covered
• Licensure Fees, Professional & Association Dues

Financial Wellbeing

Secure your financial future with our range of offerings designed to promote your financial well-being.

• 401K with company contribution
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• EAP with Financial & Legal Advice/Services
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Bonus

Time Off/Work Life Balance

Prioritize your work-life balance and enjoy a fulfilling time away from work with our generous offerings.

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays

Training & Development

Unleash your potential and foster professional growth through our comprehensive education and training programs.

• Vetcor University - training for skill development and career growth
• CE Allowance and opportunities
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Lend a Hand Program - increased pay to help a sister hospital
• VetLife Days - rotate to a sister hospital

Enjoy exclusive benefits for you and your furry family members.

• Discounted Products

Health & Welfare

Take care of your well-being with our comprehensive health and wellness benefits.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Optional Life Insurance, Disability, and Accidental Insurance
• EAP with counseling and mental health benefits
• DVM Professional Liability Insurance fully covered
• Licensure Fees, Professional & Association Dues

Financial Wellbeing

Secure your financial future with our range of offerings designed to promote your financial well-being.

• 401K with company contribution
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• EAP with Financial & Legal Advice/Services
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Bonus

Time Off/Work Life Balance

Prioritize your work-life balance and enjoy a fulfilling time away from work with our generous offerings.

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays