Licensed Vet Tech - Full-Time with Benefits

Veterinary Practice Partners

Orland (ME)

On-site

USD 33,000 - 36,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

PTO and 401(k)

Professional development opportunities

Employee pet discounts

Job summary

Bucksport Veterinary Hospital in Maine is seeking a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician to support veterinarians with patient care, exams, anesthesia, and recovery. The candidate should be skilled in animal handling, client communication, and veterinary procedures, with a passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners.

The schedule is four 10-hour shifts, Monday–Friday, with a set day off and no weekend hours.

Qualifications

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) certification preferred.
Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
Knowledgeable about common disease states and able to alert veterinarians to changes in patient conditions.
Familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

Support veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery.
Safely handle and restrain animals with compassion.
Communicate clearly with clients, including care instructions and status updates.
Perform technical duties such as lab work, radiographs, injections, and IV catheter placement.
Maintain accurate medical records and assist with medication dispensing.
Help keep exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment clean, stocked, and ready.
Follow hospital, safety, and regulatory guidelines at all times.