Veterinary Technician - General Practice

Portland Vet

Portland, ME

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Anesthesiology, Best Practices, Catheterization, Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT), Communication Skills, Customer Experience, Customer Support/Service, Diagnostics Solutions/Software, Laboratory, Leadership, Patient Admissions, Patient Care, Phlebotomy, Plan Meetings, Practice Management Software, Team Building, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Veterinary Medicine
LOCATION
Portland, ME
POSTED
15 days ago

Join Portland Vet Stroudwater and build something new from day one! As our new GP clinic opens its doors, we’re seeking a licensed or credentialed veterinary technician (LVT/CVT/RVT) to help deliver exceptional patient and client care in a collaborative and expanding environment.

Our Mission

We’re here to improve the lives of pets, their families, and our community by delivering compassionate, high-quality general practice care. If you’re someone who finds joy in making a meaningful impact and thrives in a team-driven setting, we’d love for you to explore this opportunity.

Anticipated Schedule
This is a full-time position

  • Flexible 4-day schedule to start, set schedule of Monday - Thursday (7:30am to 6pm) schedule as of September 2026
  • No weekends or major holidays
  • Potential for schedule change or start time change in future, or weekend day with growth

Compensation

  • Starting at $27/hour, commensurate with experience and licensure

Why Join Us

  • Competitive compensation and sign-on bonus based on experience and credentials
  • Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k)+match, CE, uniforms, PTO, pet discounts
  • Work in a newly built and equipped GP facility with onsite CBC, chemistries, cytologies, digital radiography and ultrasound.
  • Collaborative culture with open communication and shared leadership across roles

What You’ll Do

  • Assist veterinarians with routine general practice procedures: exams, diagnostics, anesthesia monitoring, lab work, venipuncture, and catheter placement
  • Assist veterinarians with routine general practice surgeries such as spay/neuter and mass removals
  • Support with patient intake, client communication, and education on treatments
  • Help manage patient flow and appointment coordination in a fast-paced setting
  • Collaborate with the GP team to shape workflows, culture, and best practices from the start

Ideal Candidate

We're looking for a skilled, collaborative veterinary technician who is excited to help build a positive team culture and play an active role in launching a brand-new general practice

  • Licensed/Credentialed veterinary technician; very experienced veterinary assistants may also be considered
  • Minimum 1–2 years of experience in small animal practice including surgery
  • Excellent communication skills with clients and colleagues
  • Comfortable using practice management software and diagnostic equipment
  • Demonstrates compassion, teamwork, initiative, and respect

Apply now to contribute to exceptional veterinary care and client experiences at Portland Vet Stroudwater!

About the Company

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Portland Vet