Veterinary Technician Assistant - Emergency
Company: Portland Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Care
Location: Limington
Posted on: December 3, 2025
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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: 1:30 PM - 2:00 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 a veterinary technician ready to expand your skills
and grow in a specialty practice—we’d love to hear from you. Apply
today and help shape the future of emergency and specialty care at
PVESC. ACP1
Keywords: Portland Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Care, New England , Veterinary Technician Assistant - Emergency, Healthcare , Limington, Northeast
