Veterinary Technician

Vetcor; Rockland (ME); On-site; USD 33,062 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition support

Referral bonuses

Up to three weeks of paid parental leave

Generous PTO

Employee discounts

Job summary

A dedicated veterinary practice in Rockland, Maine, is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician to join their team. This full-time role offers a flexible 4-day work week with no nights or weekends, allowing you to maintain a work-life balance. The ideal candidate should have relevant credentials and experience in veterinary care. Comprehensive benefits include competitive pay, health insurance, and professional development opportunities. Join a supportive team dedicated to animal welfare and community engagement.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in a veterinary hospital setting preferred.
• Solid understanding of animal handling, restraint, and low-stress techniques.
• Medication calculation, preparation, and administration skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with patient exams, diagnostics, and treatments.
• Run in-house laboratory tests and prepare samples for reference labs.
• Educate clients on medications, treatment plans, and at-home care.

Skills

Animal handling

Venipuncture

IV catheter placement

Laboratory testing

Anesthesia assistance

Education

Credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT/LVT/RVT)

Tools

Electronic medical records

Job description

Who We Are

Rockland Animal Hospital is a dedicated veterinary practice offering compassionate care to pets and their families.

• Role: Licensed Veterinary Technician
• Status: Full-time
• Salary: $24 - $28 per hour based on experience and licensure
• Schedule: Flexible 4‑day work week with no nights, weekends, or holiday hours!

Do your coworkers see you more than your family? Do you refer to your couch as “that place I used to know”? Are you starting to think work‑life balance is just a myth HR made up?

Plot twist: it’s real.

Rockland Animal Hospital is looking for a Licensed Veterinary Technician who’s ready for great medicine and a great life.

Translation: 4‑day work weeks. No nights. Weekends off. Holidays off.

Like… actually off.

Add in awesome benefits, a supportive team, and leadership that respects your time, and suddenly your job stops being your entire personality.

Come save pets. Keep your sanity. See your people.

Benefits Highlights

• Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee discounts
• Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state license & VTNE fee reimbursement, and uniform allowance
• Six paid holidays and an Employee Assistance Program

Why Our Veterinary Technicians Love Rockland Animal Hospital

• Consistent scheduling with no nights, weekends, or holiday hours
• Team‑first culture that’s supportive, fun, and big on growth
• Opportunity to use your veterinary skills to better your community
• A clinic culture that celebrates your unique awesomeness
• Support as you grow and advance your career – the more you know, the better off we all are

What Our Veterinary Technicians Bring

• Credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT/LVT/RVT); 2+ years in a veterinary hospital setting preferred
• Solid understanding of animal handling, restraint, and low‑stress techniques
• Proficiency with venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and sample collection
• Experience assisting with anesthesia, monitoring, and recovery
• Ability to perform laboratory testing and interpret basic results
• Radiology experience (positioning, safety, and image capture)
• Medication calculation, preparation, and administration skills
• Familiarity with electronic medical records and practice management software

What You’ll Do

• Assist veterinarians with patient exams, diagnostics, and treatments
• Obtain patient histories and perform initial assessments
• Perform venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and sample collection
• Run in‑house laboratory tests and prepare samples for reference labs
• Prepare, administer, and monitor medications and vaccines
• Assist with anesthesia, surgery, and post‑operative recovery
• Take and process radiographs following safety protocols
• Provide high‑quality nursing care and monitor hospitalized patients
• Educate clients on medications, treatment plans, and at‑home care
• Accurately document patient care in medical records
• Maintain the cleanliness and organization of treatment areas and equipment
• Support a positive, collaborative team environment

Financial Benefits

We offer 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 (full‑time only)
• Referral bonus program

Wellness Benefits

• 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/discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program

Workplace Benefits

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• State license reimbursement
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance

Lifestyle Benefits

• Six paid holidays (full‑time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

Join Our Team!

Take the next step. You miss every chance you don’t take — don’t miss this one. Apply today to join our Veterinary Technician team at Rockland Animal Hospital!

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at Rockland Animal 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.