Veterinary Technician Assistant - Ophthalmology

Portland Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Care•Portland, ME

1d•$22

About The Position

Are you a Veterinary Assistant with a passion for patient care, diagnostic imaging, and teamwork? At PVESC, we recognize that our Veterinary Technician Assistants in ophthalmology are vital in supporting safe, accurate imaging and compassionate care across departments. We’ve created a collaborative environment where you’ll be supported in your growth, valued for your attention to detail, and encouraged to be a key player in advanced specialty medicine. Our Mission We aim to improve the lives of pets, their families, and our community by providing compassionate, high-quality specialty and emergency care. If you're eager to contribute to a learning-driven team focused on clinical excellence and patient advocacy, we’d love to hear from you. Who We Are We are a large and growing emergency and specialty hospital located in beautiful Portland, Maine. Our facility is home to board-certified experts in Surgery, Emergency & Critical Care, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Oncology, Cardiology, and Dermatology. At PVESC, you’ll work with a multidisciplinary team that’s passionate about continuous learning and high standards of care. There’s no ceiling for your growth—only opportunity. What You’ll DoIn this role, you will: Accurately draw up, calculate, and administer medications, maintaining patient safety Utilize and maintain all monitoring equipment and troubleshoot when needed Perform daily and weekly maintenance of anesthesia and imaging equipment Coordinate daily procedures across all departments Uphold standards related to safety, infection control, and OSHA protocols Serve as a patient advocate, maintaining accurate treatment and anesthesia records

Requirements

1–2 years of experience in a veterinary setting preferred
Strong communication, organization, and multitasking skills
Basic knowledge of veterinary terminology and safety protocols
Ability to lift and assist patients (up to 45 lbs)
Positive attitude and a team-first mindset

Responsibilities

Accurately draw up, calculate, and administer medications, maintaining patient safety
Utilize and maintain all monitoring equipment and troubleshoot when needed
Perform daily and weekly maintenance of anesthesia and imaging equipment
Coordinate daily procedures across all departments
Uphold standards related to safety, infection control, and OSHA protocols
Serve as a patient advocate, maintaining accurate treatment and anesthesia records