Job Description

Description:

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

At

Portland Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Care (PVESC)

, we're building a unique and dynamic workplace where our team members

thrive

,

grow

, and

continuously learn

while delivering exceptional care to our patients and their families. If you're looking to be part of a place that encourages

growth

,

collaboration

, and a

sense of purpose

, we want you to join our team and help us continue to create this special environment.

About PVESC

We are a growing

multi-specialty emergency and specialty veterinary practice

located in beautiful Portland, Maine. Our services include

Emergency & Critical Care, Surgery, Internal Medicine, Oncology, Dermatology, Neurology, Cardiology

, and more. With

endless opportunities for professional development

, PVESC is the ideal place to grow your veterinary career.


We are honored to be recognized as the

Best Veterinary Hospital in Maine

, receiving

Gold in the Portland Radio Group's Best of the 207 Awards

for three consecutive years: 2022, 2023, and 2024.

Why PVESC?

We value our team members and are committed to providing a

supportive and rewarding workplace

. In addition to

competitive compensation

based on experience, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

,

long-term disability

, and more

Paid time off

,

paid volunteer hours

, and

holiday pay

401(k) with employer match

Uniform allowance

and

personal pet discount

Paid continuing education

and

professional development opportunities

At PVESC, we foster a

team-driven culture

where every voice matters. We encourage all team members to contribute their thoughts, ideas, and energy to help us achieve collective success. We work collaboratively to make sure every member has the opportunity to shape their work life and grow professionally.

Anticipated Schedule

This is a

full-time position

Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday:

2:00 PM - 12:30 AM

Some

holidays are required

Compensation

Starting at $22-28/hr

, commensurate with experience*


Requirements:

What You'll Do

As an

Emergency Veterinary Technician Assistant

, you'll support our veterinarians and licensed technicians with patient care, treatments, and procedures while maintaining a calm and compassionate presence for pets and their families.In this role, you will:

Safely handle and restrain patients, including those in respiratory distress or trauma Assist with

radiographs

, lab sample collection, and basic lab work (PCV/TP, smears, urinalysis) Monitor and record patient

vitals

, alerting the medical team to any abnormalities Support patient

monitoring, anesthetic induction and recovery

Assist with critical emergencies such as

GDV, seizures, or hit-by-car patients

Keep treatment areas, surgical suites, and equipment clean and organized Provide excellent communication with clients and contribute to a collaborative team culture Work with veterinary software including

EzyVet

and

SmartFlow

Who We Are Looking For

Experience in veterinary medicine preferred (Assistant I or II level) Strong communication and multitasking skills Confidence in patient handling and a calm demeanor under pressure Familiarity with medical terminology, diagnostics, and general safety practices A collaborative spirit and a desire to grow within a high-performance team

If you're ready to take the next step in your veterinary career and be part of a team that's redefining excellence in specialty care, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help shape the future of rehabilitation care at PVESC.

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