Veterinary Technician

Lucerne Veterinary Hospital•Dedham, ME

31d•Onsite

About The Position

Lucerne Veterinary Hospital is looking for an experienced Veterinary Assistant or Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our team of three full-time veterinarians and 15 dedicated support staff. We're searching for someone who enjoys working collaboratively, is passionate about delivering exceptional patient care, and values building lasting relationships with clients through compassionate communication. We believe our technicians and assistants are essential to providing outstanding veterinary medicine. That's why we encourage every team member to practice at the top of their abilities while continuing to grow professionally in a supportive, team-oriented environment. Our AAHA-accredited hospital offers preventive care, urgent care, dentistry, general surgery, advanced orthopedic procedures, digital radiography (including dental radiology), ultrasound, and a comprehensive in-house laboratory, giving you opportunities to continue building your knowledge and technical skills every day.

Requirements

Experience as a Veterinary Assistant or Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT/CVT/RVT)
A passion for exceptional patient care and client education
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Confidence working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
A desire to continue learning and growing professionally
Compassion, reliability, and a positive attitude

Nice To Haves

Fear Free Certified Professionals
active AAFP member hospital

Responsibilities

Assist veterinarians during examinations, treatments, and surgical procedures
Provide compassionate nursing care and monitor hospitalized patients
Perform laboratory testing, diagnostic imaging, and patient treatments
Educate clients about preventative care, treatment recommendations, and patient wellness
Monitor anesthesia and support patients through surgical procedures, if licensed and trained
Maintain accurate medical records and collaborate with teammates to provide exceptional patient care
Help create a positive experience for both patients and their families

Benefits

Competitive compensation
401(k) matching
tuition support
referral bonuses
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options
up to three weeks of paid parental leave
generous PTO
employee discounts
Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
continuing education allowance
professional development opportunities
state license & VTNE reimbursement (licensed technicians)
uniform allowance
Four-day work week
no evenings, weekends, or holidays
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible scheduling and consistent lunch breaks
Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
Pet discounts on services and products
Pet food discount program
Roth Retirement Savings Plan
Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
529 Savings Plan
Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child life insurance (full-time only)
Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service. In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.)
Sick Time / Paid Time Off