Description

Veterinary Technician / Certified Veterinary Technician - Up to $1,000 sign on bonus for experienced technicians!

Kennebunk Veterinary Hospital

Kennebunk Veterinary Hospital is looking to add a compassionate, proactive Veterinary Technician or CVT to our collaborative, relationship-driven team in beautiful Southern Maine.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who values building genuine connections with clients, enjoys client education and communication, and wants to be part of a hospital where teamwork and medicine truly go hand-in-hand. Our team believes great veterinary care starts with trust, education, and treating the whole patient - not just the presenting problem.

We are a four-doctor small animal practice that has spent more than 30 years building long-standing relationships within our community. Many of our clients have trusted us with their family's pets for generations - caring for grandparents, parents, children, and now even grandchildren's pets over the years.

What Makes This Team Different

• Highly collaborative veterinarians who genuinely enjoy discussing cases, mentoring, and learning from one another
• A strong focus on client communication and education
• A hospital culture where technicians are valued as an essential part of patient care and case management
• Team members who approach medicine with curiosity, compassion, and a whole-patient mindset
• Supportive environment for both experienced technicians and those looking to continue growing their skills

A Great Fit For Someone Who:

• Loves forming relationships with clients and advocating for patients
• Enjoys educating pet owners and helping them feel informed and supported
• Is proactive, detail-oriented, and thrives in a team-centered environment
• Appreciates thoughtful medicine and collaborative case discussions
• Has an interest in surgery and anesthesia - or would like to grow in those areas over time

While advanced surgery/anesthesia experience is not required, this role offers excellent exposure for technicians who are passionate about surgical support, anesthetic monitoring, and perioperative patient care.

Responsibilities Include:

• Assisting veterinarians with medical, surgical, and dental procedures
• Surgical preparation, anesthetic monitoring, and recovery care
• Performing patient assessments and obtaining accurate medical histories
• Client communication, education, and follow-up care instructions
• Venipuncture, laboratory sample collection, and treatment administration
• Maintaining accurate medical records
• Supporting a positive, efficient, and collaborative workflow throughout the hospital

Why Kennebunk?

Located on the coast of Southern Maine, Kennebunk offers the perfect balance of coastal charm, outdoor recreation, and small-town community feel - all while being within driving distance of Portland and Boston.

If you're looking for a hospital where medicine is collaborative, clients are deeply valued, and your voice and growth matter, we'd love to meet you.

Learn more about the hospital here: https://kbunkvet.com/

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 (sometimes using chin scratches!)
• Prepare estimates for procedures and discusses 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
• Pharmacy skills, including protocols for filling in-house
• Monitors vitals by hand and with equipment
• Sample collection and processing for in-house and reference labs
• Communicates within the team, proactively advocating for their patient's nee
• Operates practice management software (AVImark) and related software packages

BENEFITS

We're passionate about helping you reach your greatest potential - both at work and at home.

• 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
• Mental Health Resources
• Company-paid bonding leave

Plus, special benefits to utilize for your own pet:

• 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

REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Veterinary Technician Certification (CVT) or License (LVT) preferred but not required
• Must have a positive attitude and be a team player
• Diagnostics (Radiographs, ECG, Blood Pressure, Venipunture)
• Placing IV Catheters
• Administering treatments
• Assisting and monitoring patients during surgery
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, including managing processes independently, accurately and reliably

Rarebreed Veterinary Partners is a purpose-driven team that places talent first by supporting professionals to thrive in our industry and empowering hospital teams to provide exceptional care for pets and their owners. We pride ourselves on going the extra mile to create exceptional work experiences for our hospital teams. We focus on providing our hospitals with the best culture, tools, and support to allow the staff to focus on what they love most: caring for our animal companions.

Joining our fun and team-first atmosphere comes with a level of support that's hard to find anywhere else. Everything we do is with purpose - down to the way we invest in our people and create long-overdue change in the industry. We're hyper-focused on supporting our professionals, so they can focus on bringing the gold standard of medicine to our patients and their families.

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 in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.

Learn more about our career opportunities at: https://rarebreedvet.com/careers/

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