Description Join Our Award-Winning Team at Portland Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Care (PVESC)At PVESC, we are committed to providing an environment where veterinary professionals thriveboth personally and professionallywhile delivering exceptional patient care and client service. As a growing emergency and specialty hospital located in beautiful Portland, Maine, we offer a workplace that fosters compassion, collaboration, and clinical excellence.About UsPVESC is a large, multi-specialty veterinary hospital offering expert care in Emergency & Critical Care, Surgery, Internal Medicine, Oncology, Dermatology, Neurology, Cardiology, and more. We are proud to be part of the vibrant Portland community and are continually expanding to meet the needs of our patients and clients. There is no ceiling to your learning or growth here.We are honored to have been recognized as the Best Veterinary Hospital in Maine, winning Gold in the Portland Radio Group's Best of the 207 awards for three consecutive years: 2022, 2023, and 2024.The Role: Licensed Rehabilitation Veterinary TechnicianAs a Licensed Rehabilitation Veterinary Technician, you will work closely with our rehabilitation specialist to assist in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of a wide range of conditions. This role blends your clinical skill set with client interaction, patient advocacy, and hands-on treatment implementation.Key ResponsibilitiesAssist with and implement rehabilitation treatments including underwater treadmill, massage, laser therapy, shockwave therapy, PRP and BMAC preparationOrganize and administer anesthesia under DVM supervisionCreate and maintain individualized patient treatment plans and recordsCommunicate clearly and compassionately with clients, including treatment demonstrations and updatesPerform advanced nursing duties: phlebotomy, medication administration (PO, IM, SQ, IV), anesthesia monitoringParticipate in department management tasks such as ordering, equipment maintenance, and coordinating proceduresTrain and mentor new team members, students, and internsWork closely with referring veterinarians to coordinate care and ensure continuityScheduleThis is a full-time position.Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM or 8:00 AM - 6:30 PMCompensationStarting at $28/hr, commensurate with experience and licensureWhy Choose PVESC Collaborative & Compassionate Culture: We live by our valueskindness, respect, quality, and communication.Professional Development: Paid continuing education, mentorship, cross-training, and support for long-term career growth.Community Impact: Participate in local events like Pet Rock in the Park and receive paid volunteer hours.Location Perks: Portland, Maine offers a perfect blend of coastal beauty, small-town charm, and big-city food, arts, and adventure.Benefits IncludeCompetitive pay based on experience and credentialsComprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and morePaid time off, holiday pay, and volunteer hours401(k) with employer matchUniform allowance and paid continuing educationOpportunities to grow within a supportive, team-driven culture Requirements LVT/CVT/RVT licensure in good standingStrong knowledge of anatomy, kinesiology, and animal behaviorExperience with anesthesia, advanced nursing care, and client communicationAbility to lift 35–45 lbs and assist with larger patientsExcellent teamwork, organizational, and time-management skillsA positive attitude and a passion for helping pets live their best livesIf you're a licensed veterinary technician looking to grow your skillset in a collaborative and specialized environment, we’d love to meet you! Apply today and help shape the future of rehabilitation care at PVESC.#ACP2