Veterinary Technician - Emergency Dept Lead

Portland Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Care; Portland, Northern (ME, KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Retirement plan with immediate?

Generous paid time off

Medical, dental, life and other insur-

Life insurance

401(k) with employer match

Uniform allowance & personal pet-dis

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Portland Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Care (PVESC) in Portland, ME, is seeking an experienced Emergency Technician Lead to join a fast-paced, team-driven ER. The hospital is expanding with a new 42,000-square-foot facility and growing specialty services, offering excellent opportunities for professional growth and impact in emergency care.

You will lead the ER team, coordinate treatments, mentor staff, and ensure high-quality patient care while collaborating with doctors and referring

Qualifications

• Experience in emergency veterinary medicine or high-volume ER.
• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities in a fast-paced setting.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily ER workflow with the ER team.
• Mentor and support technicians, fostering collaboration and growth.
• Oversee patient care, triage, stabilization, and emergency procedures.

Skills

Emergency medicine

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Education

LVT/CVT/RVT

Tools

ezyVet

Job description

Portland Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Care (PVESC) has been serving Maine for over thirty years. At PVESC, we offer expert multi-specialty and emergency care services for our patients and peace of mind for our clients. We work in partnership with veterinary practices throughout New England to step in when more advanced care is needed.

At PVESC we believe in respect for the individual, the client, and the patient. We work together as a team and expect all members of that team to treat one another respectfully. Our goal is to provide the highest quality medical, surgical and critical care to our patients, and offer excellent service to our clients.

We Believe In

• Caring & Compassion
• Responsibility
• Integrated Care
• Teamwork
• Client Focus
• Respect
• Ethical Practice
• Communication
• Commitment

PVESC is committed to valuing you by providing a rewarding compensation package that includes fair base pay commensurate with your experience, and an extensive benefit plan.

Our benefits include:

401(k) Retirement plan with immediate vesting

Generous paid time off

Medical, dental, life and other insurances

Veterinary Technician - Emergency Dept Lead

Join Our Exceptional Team at Portland Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Care (PVESC)

Lead. Grow. Make a Difference.

Ready to take your veterinary career to the next level? PVESC is looking for an Emergency Technician Lead to join our fast-paced, collaborative emergency and specialty practice in the beautiful Portland, Maine area.

PVESC is growing! Our new 42,000-square-foot hospital is opening soon, creating exciting opportunities to grow your career alongside our expanding specialty services and team.

Why PVESC?

We believe great patient care starts with a great team. At PVESC, your voice matters, your growth is encouraged, and you’ll have opportunities to develop your skills alongside experienced veterinary professionals. Our team is passionate about learning, supporting one another, and providing exceptional care to patients and their families.

We offer:

• Competitive pay: $25–$38/hour, based on experience and licensure
• Up to $5000.00 sign-on bonus commensurate on experience and licensure
• Life insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Uniform allowance & personal pet discount
• A collaborative, team-driven culture where you can make an impact

The Schedule

• Full-time | Three 12-hour shifts per week
• First- and second-shift openings available
• Some holidays required

The Role

As Emergency Technician Lead, you’ll be a key leader within our ER team, partnering with doctors, technicians, support staff, clients, and referring veterinarians to deliver exceptional patient care and keep the department running smoothly.

What You’ll Do

As an Emergency Technician Lead, you will:

• With ER manager, lead daily ER workflow, including patient flow, staff assignments, and delegation.
• Support and mentor the technician team, fostering collaboration, accountability, and professional growth.
• Oversee patient care, including triage, stabilization, critical care, and emergency procedures.
• Coordinate treatments and diagnostics, including medications, fluid therapy, imaging, bloodwork, ECGs, and anesthesia monitoring.
• Monitor patients and advocate for their needs, recognizing changes in condition and escalating concerns appropriately.
• Ensure accurate documentation, including medical records, treatment sheets, and controlled drug logs.
• Support client care, including admissions, discharges, transfers, and client education.
• Train and onboard team members, helping develop clinical skills and confidence.
• Partner with ER leadership to improve patient care, team communication, workflow, and department operations.

What We’re Looking For

• LVT/CVT/RVT or very experienced Veterinary Assistant
• Strong clinical skills and a solid understanding of emergency medicine
• Confident communication and organizational skills
• Comfortable with advanced diagnostics, imaging, and anesthesia monitoring
• Familiarity with veterinary software; ezyVet experience is a plus
• A calm, compassionate approach in high-acuity situations
• Strong leadership, teamwork, and problem‑solving skills
• A desire to learn, teach, and grow

Ready to Lead the Way?

If you’re an experienced veterinary technician who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to grow your skills, lead a great team, and make a meaningful difference in emergency care, we’d love to meet you.

PVESC is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

“The collaboration on cases between doctors and technicians in this hospital drives us toward practicing our best medicine and is what I'm most proud of!”

“It is the PVESC clients and their pets that keep me excited to come to work every morning. I love working with and getting to know the dogs, cats, and people of Maine.”