LVT – Dentistry & Oral Surgery with Sign-On Bonus

Pieper Veterinary; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Continuing education support

Uniform allowance

Career growth and mentorship

Job summary

Portland Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Care (PVESC) in Portland, Maine is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to join our Dentistry & Oral Surgery team alongside a board-certified veterinary dentist.

This full-time role runs Tuesday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 6:30 PM, with some holidays. Compensation ranges from $25 to $38 per hour, and we offer a $0–$5,000 sign-on bonus commensurate with experience and credentials.

Qualifications

• Current LVT credential in good standing.
• Dentistry experience preferred.
• Strong anesthesia, patient handling, and dental imaging skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.
• Positive, compassionate approach to patient care.
• EzyVet/SmartFlow experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with advanced dental and oral examinations, diagnostics, and procedures.
• Prepare patients and equipment and maintain safety and sterility.
• Monitor anesthesia and vital signs during dental and surgical procedures.
• Assist with periodontal, endodontic, prosthodontic, and oral surgery procedures.
• Educate clients on oral health, post-procedure care, and prevention.

Skills

Anesthesia monitoring

Dental imaging

Patient handling

Communication

Teamwork

Compassionate care

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)

Tools

EzyVet

SmartFlow

Job description

Portland Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Care (PVESC) in Portland, Maine is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to join our Dentistry & Oral Surgery team alongside a board-certified veterinary dentist.

This full-time role runs Tuesday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 6:30 PM, with some holidays. Compensation ranges from $25 to $38 per hour, and we offer a $0–$5,000 sign-on bonus commensurate with experience and credentials.