Veterinary Technician - CVT

Eastern Maine Emergency Veterinary Clinic•Brewer, ME

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Eastern Maine Emergency Veterinary Clinic is looking to add a compassionate and skilled Veterinary Technician to our team. Eastern Maine Emergency Veterinary Clinic is an emergency clinic originally formed by local veterinarians in hopes of delivering prompt and conscientious emergency care for patients after hours, on weekends, and during holidays. We have recently moved into a 5,000 square foot updated building on 16 acres with a double OR, surgical prep/endoscopy room, and seven exam rooms and new digital X-ray system, in-house lab, ultrasound ( '22), newly purchased endoscope ('24), and ventilator system in OR. Veterinary Technician - CVT Eastern Maine Emergency Veterinary Clinic in Brewer, ME This position is eligible for an incentive bonus of up to $1,500 based on experience, licensure, and availability. Overnight shifts are eligible for a shift differential!

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
CVT or LVT in the state of Maine is highly desired
Must have a positive attitude and be a team player
Employment will require the successful completion of references and a background check.

Responsibilities

Provide compassionate care to pet patients and their loved ones
Keep accurate medical records in accordance with hospital policy
Prepare and maintain the exam rooms and treatment areas
Perform physical assessments and record your observations
Keep furry friends calm and still during procedures (sometimes using chin scratches!)
Prepare estimates for procedures and discuss financial commitments with clients
Explain necessary follow-up and home care instructions
Stock clinic treatment area and exam rooms, and inform inventory manager when supplies need to be ordered
Assist the Veterinarian in medical, surgical, and dental procedures (be comfortable with blood draws; prepare patients for surgery; administer anesthesia; monitor patients during surgery and recovery; administer fluids)
Care for all surgical materials and keep the operating room properly stocked and prepared for surgery

Benefits

Great pay with competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
401K with a company match of up to 4%- after 6 months of service
Generous paid time off to help you achieve your perfect work-life balance
Employee Ruff-erral Program
Health Saving Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Commuter Benefits
Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
Short-term and long-term disability
Accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance
Mental Health Resources
Company-paid bonding leave
Continuing education yearly allowance for skills development and uniform allowance
Certification fees reimbursement (eligible employees only)
Pet Care: Discounts on veterinary services and products
Pet Diagnostics: Discounts on reference lab testing
Pet Food: Discounts on Purina pet foods
Pet Insurance: Discounts available with our preferred vendor