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Veterinary Technician

PetMedic - Portland·Portland, Maine

$26 - $29/hrFull TimeOn Site2-5 yrsPosted 14 days ago
Practice for this role

Veterinary Technician · $26 - $29/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

  • -34% vs. median posted rate for dental roles in Portland, Maine ($39.17/hr)
  • 11 similar openings in the Portland area · median $39.17/hr
$18.00/hr · p10p90 · $156/hr
this role: $26.00/hrmedian $39.17/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of posted dental roles in Portland, Maine rates. This role sits in the 27th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 34% below the Portland, Maine median for dental roles.

The Veterinary Technician will assist veterinarians with medical, surgical, and dental procedures while providing compassionate care to patients. Responsibilities include performing physical assessments, monitoring anesthesia, processing laboratory samples, and maintaining accurate medical records.

PetMedic Urgent Care Vet Clinic is looking to add a compassionate and skilled Veterinary Technician to our team.

At PetMedic, you can help shape the exciting new world of veterinary urgent care.

Our fast-paced environment means you’ll do something different every day, but with more regularity and stability than in an emergency setting.

As part of our team, you’ll work with the latest technology, stay ahead through ongoing training, and partner with experienced doctors to deliver the highest quality of care to the pet patients we all love.

Veterinary Technician PetMedic in Portland, ME $26.00 - $29.00 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 Comfortable taking radiographs, small animal restraint, triage, monitor anesthesia Obtain laboratory sample collection, process and interpret results (fecal/parasite analysis, ear cytology, skin cytology, urinalysis, blood smears) Ability to multi-task and adapt in a fast-paced environment Able to commit to evening shifts and one weekend day 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 Minimum 3 years’ experience 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 partner with our professionals to design a more efficient layout for our clinics. That’s just one way we’re hyper-focused on supporting our people, 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 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. Learn more about our career opportunities at: https://rarebreedvet.com/careers/ Where uncommon support partners with joy.

Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Medical insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Continuing education allowance
  • Professional development support
  • Pet insurance
  • Mental health resources
  • Pet care discounts
  • Bonding leave
  • Nutrition discounts
  • Diagnostic savings

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$26 - $29/hr
Location
Portland, Maine
Posted
Aug 26, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

PetMedic - Portland

We offer after-hours, cost-effective, and timely veterinary care for dogs and cats. We operate as an extension of your family veterinary practice and offer a helping hand to pet emergency hospitals by alleviating the volume of non-life-threatening cases.

IndustryVeterinary Services
TypePrivately Held
Size11-50 employees
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Market context

Veterinary technician roles remain steady in Maine

Veterinary technician openings in Maine are often driven by ongoing demand in companion-animal and mixed-animal practices, where clinics need staff who can support exams, procedures, and patient handling. These roles can be competitive because employers often prefer candidates with at least 2 years of experience, strong clinical skills, and certification or an AVMA-accredited degree. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your application to highlight hands-on animal handling and clinical support experience.

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