Veterinary Technician: Four‑Day Week, No Evenings

Vetcor; Dedham (ME); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition support

Referral bonuses

Health insurance (medical, dental, and

Vision coverage

Paid parental leave

Generous PTO

Uniform allowance

Job summary

Lucerne Veterinary Hospital in Dedham, Maine, is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant or Licensed Veterinary Technician to join a team of three doctors and 15 staff. This full-time role offers a four-day work week with no evenings, weekends, or holidays, and a salary negotiable based on experience.

You will assist during exams and surgeries, perform nursing duties, manage records, and educate clients, working with advanced equipment in a AAHA-accredited hospital that emphasizes

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians during examinations, treatments, and surgical procedures.
• Provide compassionate 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 support patients through surgical procedures, if licensed and trained.
• Maintain accurate medical records and collaborate with teammates to provide exceptional patient care.
• Help create a positive experience for both patients and their families.

Skills

Veterinary experience

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Continuous learning

Compassion

Job description

Lucerne Veterinary Hospital in Dedham, Maine, is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant or Licensed Veterinary Technician to join a team of three doctors and 15 staff. This full-time role offers a four-day work week with no evenings, weekends, or holidays, and a salary negotiable based on experience.

You will assist during exams and surgeries, perform nursing duties, manage records, and educate clients, working with advanced equipment in a AAHA-accredited hospital that emphasizes