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Credentialed Veterinary Technician

Brockton Visiting Nurse Association, Warwick, RI, United States


Stoneledge Animal Hospital

is looking to add a compassionate and skilled

Veterinary Technician

to our team. At our Rarebreed clinic, you can help reimagine the veterinary experience in your community. Our team-oriented environment means you'll be in the hands of a collaborative team that recognizes working together is the best way to provide the best medicine and care possible for our patients. As part of our team, you'll work with the latest technology, gain access to state-of-the-art training facilities, and collaborate with a positive team to deliver the highest quality of care to the pet patients we all love.

Stoneledge Animal Hospital

is a well‑established hospital that is fast‑paced, growing and an exciting place to work. We are in Westbrook, ME, only about 5 miles north of downtown Portland, Maine. The greater Portland area is well known for its beautiful ocean views, beaches, rocky coastal areas, easy access to mountain skiing and hiking, world‑renowned cuisine, and plenty of nature to explore. It is important to us that our Stoneledge family has a great work/life balance so they can enjoy all that the southern Maine area has to offer. Doctors work 4 days a week, with one late night until 7 pm and no weekends.

Most of our patients are dogs and cats, but we also care for a variety of pocket pets, rabbits, and reptiles. If you have a special interest in exotics, avian patients, or rehab we have a place for you at Stoneledge and we would love to expand our services to our clients. We take a team‑oriented approach to providing top‑notch care for our patients and your voice and input is always welcome and respected.

Stoneledge Animal Hospital, Westbrook, ME

$22.00–26.00 hourly pay rate

WHAT YOU'LL DO

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

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

Our Comprehensive benefit package includes:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with a total company match up to 4%, after 6 months of employment

Generous paid time off and flexible scheduling

Continuing education allowance and professional development support

Mental health resources

Company‑paid bonding leave or applicable state provided bonding leave

Perks for Your Pets Too!
Because we know how much your pets mean to you, we offer special benefits designed just for them:

Pet care: discounts on veterinary services and products

Diagnostics: savings on reference lab testing

Nutrition: discounts on Purina pet foods

Insurance: preferred rates with our pet insurance partner

REQUIREMENTS

High school diploma or equivalent

Veterinary Technician Certification (CVT) or License (LVT) required

Employment will require the successful completion of references and background check.

Rarebreed Veterinary Partners provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics or classifications protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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