Pine Point Animal Hospital
Overview
Pine Point Animal Hosiptal is looking for a Full Time Licensed Veterinary Technician
Location:
Pine Point Animal Hospital
12 Pine Point Rd.
Scarborough, ME 04074
Join our growing team at Pine Point Animal Hospital, a well-established, 2-doctor practice that cares for dogs, cats, and exotic pets. We're seeking a passionate and skilled Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) who is looking to grow in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Compensation & Benefits:
At Pine Point Animal Hospital, we're dedicated to practicing high-quality, compassionate veterinary care. We provide advanced services including:
Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) is committed to creating a workplace where veterinary professionals feel valued, supported, and fulfilled. We believe that happy teams lead to better patient outcomes and client experiences. Here, you'll be empowered to learn, grow, and thrive in your veterinary career.
Ready to Join Our Team?
If you're passionate about veterinary medicine and want to be part of a hospital that supports and elevates its technicians, apply today! We can't wait to meet you.
BENEFITS: We believe in supporting our team both personally and professionally. Here's what you can expect as a full-time team member:
Paid Time Off & Holidays
Major Duties:
Physical Requirements:
Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Pine Point Animal Hosiptal is looking for a Full Time Licensed Veterinary Technician
Location:
Pine Point Animal Hospital
12 Pine Point Rd.
Scarborough, ME 04074
Join our growing team at Pine Point Animal Hospital, a well-established, 2-doctor practice that cares for dogs, cats, and exotic pets. We're seeking a passionate and skilled Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) who is looking to grow in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive pay: $26-$30/hour , based on experience
- Annual bonus opportunities
- 120 hours of PTO annually
- Continuing education and professional development support
- Global FAST ultrasound training available to the right candidate
- Access to our online learning platform , mentorship, and peer coaching
- 4 x 10-hour shifts/week
- Rotating Saturdays (1 per month)
- Closed Sundays - no late nights!
- Clinic Hours:
Monday-Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
At Pine Point Animal Hospital, we're dedicated to practicing high-quality, compassionate veterinary care. We provide advanced services including:
- Digital radiography
- Ultrasound
- Phovia light therapy (a two-step LED and chromophore gel treatment that enhances healing and cell regeneration)
- In-house diagnostics (Zoetis lab equipment)
- Cornerstone software and ScribeNote , our AI-powered charting tool
- Phlebotomy
- IV catheter placement
- Monitoring anesthesia for general surgery and dental procedures
- Running technician appointments
- Assisting with various procedures and therapies
- Licensed Veterinary Technician (or ability to obtain licensure in Maine)
- Experience with anesthesia and anesthetic monitoring preferred
- A positive, professional, and enthusiastic demeanor
- Strong communication and client interaction skills
- Willingness to learn, grow, and contribute to a team-first culture
Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) is committed to creating a workplace where veterinary professionals feel valued, supported, and fulfilled. We believe that happy teams lead to better patient outcomes and client experiences. Here, you'll be empowered to learn, grow, and thrive in your veterinary career.
Ready to Join Our Team?
If you're passionate about veterinary medicine and want to be part of a hospital that supports and elevates its technicians, apply today! We can't wait to meet you.
BENEFITS: We believe in supporting our team both personally and professionally. Here's what you can expect as a full-time team member:
Paid Time Off & Holidays
- PTO increases with years of service
- 48 hours of flexible holiday pay (6 recognized holidays)
- Annual performance review with wage evaluation
- Dream Fund: Annual bonus potential
- 401(k) with up to 4% company match starting Day 1
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- FSA & HSA options
- Maternity leave
- Health Advocate - Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
- Free mental health support: 5 in-person counseling sessions per issue
- 24/7 access to experts
- Help with anxiety, family issues, grief, legal/financial advice & more
- Life & AD&D
- Short & Long-Term Disability
- Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
- Uniform allowance
- CE Benefits for Credentialed Techs:
- $500 CE stipend + 24 paid CE hours/year
- Access to RACE-approved CE platform
- Internal rewards program - earn points, redeem gift cards
- Pet care discounts
- Externship opportunities for vet tech and vet students
Major Duties:
- Our Veterinary Technicians are responsible for in-patient medical care- administer medications, assist or perform treatments, diagnostics & monitoring, place IV catheters, draw blood, run lab tests, administer IV fluids, cleaning, feeding, and walking patients as needed.
- Anesthesia/Surgery - Our Veterinary Technician's prep, induction, maintenance, monitoring, recovery of patients, cleans/maintains/sterilize anesthesia equipment and surgical instruments.
- Dentistry- Our Veterinary Technician's provide patient dental care, ultrasonic cleaning and polishing, assist doctor with dental surgery.
- Radiology - Our Veterinary Technician's position patients and assist with radiographs, sending radiographs via email.
- Laboratory duties- Our Veterinary Technicians are responsible for collecting, preparing, & running or submitting samples for requested tests; reading and recording results when indicated (fecals, Urines, Ear cytology etc) when requested by doctor.
- Preparing invoices, discharge instructions, and client informational tools
- Client communication for hospitalized patients - give patient updates, discharge instructions, and provide follow up for certain hospital patients.
- Client medical demonstrations / education - teach/educate clients on at home care procedures.
- Veterinary Technician appointments- blood draws for therapeutic monitoring / screening tests, bandage changes, post-op checks, suture removals, AG, TNT.
- Clinic technician- assisting doctor with outpatient appointments, preparing, restocking, cleaning exam room, check patients in and out, take history and vitals, input data into patient medical record, ensure a smooth and timely flow of outpatient appointments from check-in to discharge.
- Assist with reception/front desk duties as needed- answering phones, booking appointments, admit/discharge patients.
- Assist in training and mentoring new team members.
- Assist with inventory control - informing inventory manager when products are getting low/out, unpacking, restocking drug & medical supplies.
- Preparing prescriptions - dispensed medications & medication refills.
Physical Requirements:
- The veterinary technician must have the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb as well as manipulate (lift, carry, move) up to 50 pounds and over 50 pounds with a coworker.
- The veterinary technician must be able to endure sitting, standing and walking on hard floor surfaces for extended periods of time.
- The veterinary technician must possess sufficient ambulatory skills to perform duties while in hospital environment.
- The veterinary technician must be able to work in noisy work conditions with sounds from animals and equipment that can be moderately high.
- The veterinary technician will be routinely exposed to a variety of pets that may bite or scratch, and on occasion, exposed to anesthesia, radiation, biological hazards, and medication/controlled substances.
- The veterinary technician must have good hand-eye coordination, arm-hand-finger dexterity with the ability to grasp and visual acuity to use a keyboard and operate equipment.
Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.