Surgical Veterinary Technician – Advanced Care & Growth

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

PTO, holiday pay, and paid volunteer

Uniform allowance and personal pet-dis

Paid continuing education and clinical

Job summary

Portland Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Care (PVESC) is seeking a Surgical Veterinary Technician to join our fast-paced, growth-oriented team. You will work closely with board-certified surgeons, residents, and interns in a state-of-the-art 42,000-square-foot facility, providing anesthesia, surgical support, and compassionate client communication.

Ideal candidates have LVT/CVT/RVT credentials and strong anesthesia and surgical experience.

Qualifications

• Licensed Veterinary Technician credentials required or eligible.
• Strong anesthesia and surgical experience required.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Support soft tissue, orthopedic, laparoscopic, and neurosurgical procedures
• Perform anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery
• Prepare patients and maintain sterile technique in the OR
• Provide post-operative care, treatments, and documentation
• Collaborate with surgeons, residents, interns, and the surgical team
• Communicate compassionately with clients and advocate for patients
• Support department flow, scheduling, equipment, and surgical supplies

Skills

Anesthesia

Surgical assistance

Leadership

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

LVT/CVT/RVT credential

Job description

Portland Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Care (PVESC) is seeking a Surgical Veterinary Technician to join our fast-paced, growth-oriented team. You will work closely with board-certified surgeons, residents, and interns in a state-of-the-art 42,000-square-foot facility, providing anesthesia, surgical support, and compassionate client communication.

Ideal candidates have LVT/CVT/RVT credentials and strong anesthesia and surgical experience.