Veterinary Technician

  • Full-Time
  • Madison, ME
  • Rarebreed Veterinary Partners, Inc.
  • Posted 3 years ago – Accepting applications
Job Description

This position is eligible for quarterly bonuses under Rarebreed’s profit sharing program!


Looking to join a team that cares about animals and their community? Madison Animal Hospital is looking for an experienced and compassionate Veterinary Technician! This position is considered full-time at 32-36 hours per week.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Provides compassionate care to patients and clients.
  • Keeps accurate medical records in accordance hospital policy.
  • Prepares and maintains the exam rooms and treatment areas.
  • Performs physical assessments and records observations
  • Restrains pets
  • Prepares estimates for procedures and discusses financial commitments with clients
  • Explains necessary follow up and homecare instructions
  • Maintains an appropriate inventory of all medical supplies as determined by the inventory control system
  • Assists the Veterinarian in medical, surgical and dental procedures; prepares patients for surgery; administers anesthesia; monitors patients during surgery and recovery; administers fluids
  • Cares for all surgical materials; keeping the operating room properly stocked and prepared for surgery

Requirements:

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Prior Veterinary Technician experience required
  • Veterinary Technician Certification (CVT) or License (LVT) preferred but not required
  • Must have a positive attitude and be a team player

About us:

Rarebreed Veterinary Partners is a purpose driven team placing 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 the best culture, tools and support to our hospitals to allow the staff to focus on what they love most, caring for our animal companions.


What do we have to offer?

At Rarebreed, we strive to provide employees in the animal care industry the best work experience possible by creating and fostering a great culture and by offering an attractive and flexible total compensation package consisting of the following:

  • Competitive compensation
  • Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
  • Company paid 3% 401k contribution
  • Competitive paid time off to ensure work/life balance
  • Company paid life insurance, short term and long-term disability
  • Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Access to employee assistance programs

This position may qualify for the Alfond Leaders student debt reduction program. Click here to learn more: https://www.famemaine.com/education/topics/managing-student-loans/alfond-leaders/


Employment will require 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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