Veterinary Technician — Sign-On Bonus Eligible & Growth

Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education; Kennebunk (ME); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Bonding leave

Mental health resources

Pet discounts

Job summary

Kennebunk Veterinary Hospital in Kennebunk, Maine is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician or CVT to join a four-doctor small animal practice. You will assist during medical and surgical procedures, monitor anesthesia, and provide compassionate nursing care while educating clients and maintaining medical records.

We value collaboration, ongoing skill development in surgery, anesthesia, dentistry, and patient care, and offer a supportive environment with competitive compensation and

Qualifications

• Has hands-on experience in a veterinary hospital.
• Is credentialed (CVT/LVT) or has equivalent veterinary technician experience.
• Enjoys working as part of a collaborative team.
• Communicates confidently and compassionately with clients.
• Takes initiative and stays busy.
• Has experience with—or is excited to continue developing—skills in surgery, anesthesia, dentistry, and nursing care.
• Appreciates thoughtful medicine and advocates for every patient.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians during medical, surgical, and dental procedures.
• Prepare patients for surgery and monitor anesthesia from induction through recovery.
• Perform physical assessments and obtain accurate patient histories.
• Place IV catheters, collect blood and laboratory samples, and administer treatments.
• Perform venipuncture and process in-house and reference laboratory samples.
• Monitor hospitalized patients and provide compassionate nursing care.
• Educate clients on medications, treatments, preventative care, and discharge instructions.
• Prepare treatment plans and estimates while helping clients understand recommended care.
• Maintain accurate medical records using AVImark.
• Help maintain treatment areas, exam rooms, pharmacy, and surgical equipment.
• Work closely with doctors and teammates to provide efficient, high-quality patient care.

Skills

Team collaboration

Client communication

Initiative

Compassionate care

Surgical assistance

Education

CVT/LVT credential

Equivalent experience

Tools

AVImark

Job description

Kennebunk Veterinary Hospital in Kennebunk, Maine is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician or CVT to join a four-doctor small animal practice. You will assist during medical and surgical procedures, monitor anesthesia, and provide compassionate nursing care while educating clients and maintaining medical records.

We value collaboration, ongoing skill development in surgery, anesthesia, dentistry, and patient care, and offer a supportive environment with competitive compensation and