Surgery Veterinary Technician

Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education; Scarborough (ME); On-site; USD 44,083 - 52,348; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Generous paid time off

Continuing education allowance

Pet care discounts

Insurance discounts for pets

Job summary

Maine Veterinary Medical Center in Scarborough is seeking a compassionate Veterinary Surgical Technician. In this essential role, you will closely assist our surgical team, ensuring precise care during surgeries. Ideal candidates will have experience in surgical assistance and anesthesia monitoring.

The position offers a competitive hourly wage of $32.00 to $38.00 based on experience and includes comprehensive benefits such as medical insurance, 401(k) matching, and generous paid time off. Join us in providing exceptional care to our patients!

Qualifications

• Minimum one year previous experience in a veterinary or animal handling role required.
• Credentialed candidates (LVT, CVT, or RVT) are strongly desired for this role.
• Able to lift 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians in advanced surgical procedures including orthopedic and emergency surgeries.
• Monitor anesthesia throughout procedures ensuring patient safety.
• Perform post-operative care and recovery monitoring.

Skills

Surgical assistance

Anesthesia monitoring

Patient care

Sterile technique

Multi-tasking

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Maine Veterinary Medical Center is looking for a compassionate and skilled Veterinary Surgical Technician to join our surgery department. In a setting where every second in the OR matters, this role is essential to keeping patients safe and procedures running smoothly. You'll work closely with our surgeons and surgical team to deliver the kind of precise, attentive care our patients depend on.

Maine Veterinary Medical Center (MVMC) is a VECCS level two certified Rarebreed practice that has full in‑house laboratory capabilities, a fluoroscopy suite for interventional procedures, a GE 64‑slice CT, MRI, respiratory ventilator, in‑house telemetry monitoring, ultrasound and endoscopy. MVMC is a multi‑specialty hospital offering services in Emergency & Critical Care, Neurology, Internal Medicine, Surgery, Oncology, Cardiology, Ophthalmology, Radiology, and Rehabilitation & Sports Medicine.

Maine Veterinary Medical Center in Scarborough, ME. $32.00–$38.00 per hour based on experience.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Assist veterinarians in advanced surgical procedures including orthopedic, soft tissue, and emergency surgeries
• Prepare patients for surgery, including anesthesia induction, catheter placement, and pre‑operative assessments
• Monitor anesthesia throughout procedures, ensuring patient safety and appropriate pain management
• Maintain sterile technique and support surgical suite preparation and turnover
• Operate and maintain surgical and monitoring equipment
• Perform post‑operative care, including recovery monitoring and patient support
• Accurately document anesthetic events, treatments, and surgical records
• Collaborate with the team to ensure efficient surgical flow and exceptional patient care

Our Comprehensive Benefit Package Includes

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with a total company match up to 4%, after 6 months of employment
• Generous paid time off
• Continuing education yearly allowance for skills development
• Uniform allowance
• Certification fees reimbursement (eligible employees only)
• Mental Health Resources
• Company paid bonding leave or applicable state provided bonding leave

Perks for Your Pets Too!

• Pet Care: Discounts on veterinary services and products
• Diagnostics: Savings on reference lab testing
• Nutrition: Discounts on Purina pet foods
• Insurance: Preferred rates with our pet insurance partner

REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum one year previous experience in a veterinary or animal handling role required
• Must be a team player with a positive attitude
• Able to multi‑task
• Able to lift 50 pounds
• Credentialed candidates (LVT, CVT, or RVT) are strongly desired for this role

Employment will require the successful completion of references and background check.

Rarebreed Veterinary Partners provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics or classifications protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.