Licensed Veterinary Technician

Veterinary Practice Partners; Bangor (ME); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Employee pet discount

Job summary

Broadway Veterinary Clinic in Bangor, Maine is seeking a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to provide skilled patient care and excellent client service. The ideal candidate will have experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, driven to improve the lives of pets and their owners.

The role offers a comprehensive benefits package, paid time off, a 401(k) plan, and employee pet discounts.

Qualifications

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) certification in Maine is required.
• 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.

Skills

LVT certification (Maine)

Animal care experience

Client communication

Veterinary procedures

Education

LVT license

Job description

Salary: $24 - $26 per hour, determined by the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications.

Schedule: This is a full time position. Four 10-hour shifts. The hospital is currently open Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., and one Saturday morning a month.

Licensed Veterinary Technician is hiring a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician to provide skilled care to our patients and exceptional service to our clients. Our ideal candidate has experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, with a passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners.

What to Expect

• Acomprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and a 401(k) plan for full-time employees
• Employee pet discount because we know your pets are family, too.

KeyResponsibilities:

• 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.

Qualifications:

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) certification in Maine is required.
• 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.

About Broadway Veterinary Clinic

Broadway Veterinary Clinic has been serving the Bangor, Maine area since the year 1980, when Dr. J.A. Benson acquired Elliot Animal Hospital and gave the facility a new name. In 2002, our modern facility was built in its current location, and designed to provide cutting-edge technology and maximum comfort to our clients. Today, we have four veterinarians and more than twenty staff members to carry on our legacy of excellent care.

We are dedicated to establishing a culture that celebrates all forms of diversity and allows us to be an inclusive service provider in this community.