Veterinary Technician — Four‑Day Week & Career Growth

Lucerne Veterinary Hospital; Dedham (ME); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Four-day work week

No evenings

Tuition support

Professional growth opportunities

Annual leave & discounts

Job summary

Lucerne Veterinary Hospital, located in Dedham, Maine, is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant or Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our team of three full-time veterinarians and 15 support staff. We value collaboration, compassionate patient care, and building lasting client relationships.

We offer a four-day work week with no evenings, weekends, or holidays, plus competitive benefits, tuition support, and professional growth opportunities in our AAHA-accredited hospital.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Veterinary Assistant or Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT/CVT/RVT).
• A passion for exceptional patient care and client education.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Confidence working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• A desire to continue learning and growing professionally.
• Compassion, reliability, and a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians during examinations, treatments, and surgical procedures.
• Provide nursing care and monitor hospitalized patients.
• Perform laboratory testing, diagnostic imaging, and patient treatments.
• Educate clients about preventative care, treatment recommendations, and patient wellness.
• Monitor anesthesia and assist in surgical procedures when licensed and trained.
• Maintain medical records and collaborate with the team to ensure high-quality patient care.
• Contribute to a positive experience for patients and families.

Skills

Veterinary experience

Teamwork

Client communication

Compassionate care

Job description

Lucerne Veterinary Hospital, located in Dedham, Maine, is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant or Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our team of three full-time veterinarians and 15 support staff. We value collaboration, compassionate patient care, and building lasting client relationships.

We offer a four-day work week with no evenings, weekends, or holidays, plus competitive benefits, tuition support, and professional growth opportunities in our AAHA-accredited hospital.