Veterinary Technician

AmeriVet • Wells, ME

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Wells Dog and Cat Hospital is a long-standing general practice hospital serving the Wells, Maine community. The hospital aims to provide compassionate, quality veterinary medicine, personalized client service, and a friendly, professional work environment. The position is for an experienced Veterinary Technician joining a supportive team. The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, passionate about animals, and able to contribute positively to a collaborative team. The role involves assisting with examinations, treatments, and surgery; animal handling and restraint; collecting samples and maintaining records; and educating clients about pet care. The stated pay is $25.00 based on experience. The position has no weekend work and no late evening shifts.

Requirements

• Experience as a veterinary technician or assistant.
• Strong animal handling skills and knowledge of clinical procedures.
• Passion for working with animals and their owners.
• Ability to learn proper animal handling, fear-free training, and restraint.
• Ability to learn common treatments and processes used in a veterinary hospital.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Dependability, attention to detail, and a positive, motivating team attitude.
• Ability to develop strong organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of industry tools and equipment, with hands-on experience preferred.
• Veterinary Technician Certification (CVT, RVT, or LVT), or eligibility to obtain licensure based on state requirements.
• Degree from an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology program.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with examinations, treatments, and surgical procedures.
• Safely handle and restrain animals.
• Administer medications and vaccines.
• Collect laboratory samples and maintain accurate patient records.
• Educate clients on pet care.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Room patients, draw blood, and run bloodwork.
• Assist with surgical procedures and use relevant equipment.
• Take x-rays and position patients properly.

Benefits

• Referral program with a payment for bringing friends onto the team.
• Career development and advancement opportunities.
• Continuing education programs provided by AmeriVet at no cost.
• Tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing.
• Performance bonuses.
• 401(k) matching.
• Student loan assistance.
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Mental health resources.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Supportive, collaborative environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed