Veterinary Technician Assistant - Dentistry

Veterinary Technician Assistant

Are you a Veterinary Assistant with a passion for patient care, diagnostic imaging, and teamwork? At PVESC, we recognize that our Dental Veterinary Technician Assistants are vital in supporting safe, accurate imaging and compassionate care across departments. We've created a collaborative environment where you'll be supported in your growth, valued for your attention to detail, and encouraged to be a key player in advanced specialty medicine.

Our Mission

We aim to improve the lives of pets, their families, and our community by providing compassionate, high-quality specialty and emergency care. If you're eager to contribute to a learning-driven team focused on clinical excellence and patient advocacy, we'd love to hear from you.

What We're Looking For

PVESC is looking for a skilled and compassionate Technician Assistant to join our team focused on dentistry and oral health care. If you love veterinary dentistry and want to make a meaningful impact on patient care in a collaborative, supportive environment, we want to hear from you!

What You'll Do

In this role, you will:

• Safely restrain patients
• Support preparation and post-procedure care for sedated or anesthetized patients
• Monitor patients and report changes in vitals or behavior to the technician or DVM
• Clean and restock exam rooms, treatment areas, etc.
• Understand and follow hospital protocols for safety and infection control
• Support communication with other departments regarding case flow and patient needs
• Be responsible for loading appointments, intake, estimates, discharges, etc.

Anticipated Schedule

This is a full-time position

• Tuesday–Friday: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
• Some holidays are required

Compensation

Starting at $22/hr

About PVESC

We are a growing multi-specialty emergency and specialty veterinary practice located in beautiful Portland, Maine. Our services include Emergency & Critical Care, Surgery, Internal Medicine, Oncology, Dermatology, Neurology, Cardiology, and more. With endless opportunities for professional development, PVESC is the ideal place to grow your veterinary career.

We are honored to be recognized as the Best Veterinary Hospital in Maine, receiving Gold in the Portland Radio Group's Best of the 207 Awards for four consecutive years: 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025.

If you're ready to advance your career in a supportive setting that values your skills and fosters continuous learning, we invite you to apply and help us provide compassionate, cutting-edge care to pets and their families.

Why PVESC?

We value our team members and are committed to providing a supportive and rewarding workplace. In addition to competitive compensation based on experience, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance, long-term disability, and more
• Paid time off, paid volunteer hours, and holiday pay
• 401(k) with employer match
• Uniform allowance and personal pet discount
• Paid continuing education and professional development opportunities

At PVESC, we foster a team-driven culture where every voice matters. We encourage all team members to contribute their thoughts, ideas, and energy to help us achieve collective success. We work collaboratively to make sure every member has the opportunity to shape their work life and grow professionally.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you're excited to join a high-performing team, expand your skills, and help elevate the quality of care at PVESC, we'd love to connect with you. Come join us and be a part of something truly special—where you'll not only help patients and clients, but also grow, learn, and make a lasting difference every day.