Licensed Veterinary Technician

Hotham Veterinary Services is hiring! We are looking for the best and brightest Veterinary Technician to join our team at our Presque Isle office.

At our clinic, you can help reimagine the veterinary experience in your community. Our welcoming environment means you’ll be greeted by committed veterinarians to provide the best possible care. As part of our team, you’ll work with the latest technology, gain access to state‑of‑the‑art training facilities, and collaborate with a positive team to deliver the highest quality of care to the pet patients we all love.

Hotham Veterinary Services is currently a 2‑doctor practice with 2 locations. Our first hospital in Presque Isle and a second location in Houlton, Maine. We have a fantastic support team at each site and well‑equipped, well‑cared‑for hospitals that include ultrasound, full lab, and digital radiology. We provide and maintain a well‑stocked ambulatory unit for large animal services.

Here at Hotham Veterinary Services, we believe in empowerment, growth, and development. We are a tight‑knit team that is committed to success. We are known for offering the best care with compassion and integrity. Our clean, spacious facilities are home to state‑of‑the‑art equipment with a well‑trained support team to deliver high‑quality medical and surgical care. We empower our staff to pursue their passions and expand their skill set with continuous education and mentorship if desired.

If you are searching for a practice committed to making a difference in the community while empowering and developing each team member to be their best, we want to hear from you!

GREAT LOCATION! Hotham Veterinary Services is in beautiful Aroostook County. The surrounding natural areas support a plethora of outdoor activities that change with the seasons - downhill skiing, world‑class cross‑country skiing, snowmobiling (some of the best trails in the North America) in the winter, and hiking, biking, fishing, hunting in the spring and summer. We have local breweries/winery and farmer's markets.

Annually there is a variety of festivals and community events. Presque Isle is a college town with the University of Maine Presque Isle and Northern Maine Community College providing education as well as safe, affordable housing options.

• Provides compassionate care to patients and clients.
• Keeps accurate medical records in accordance with hospital policy, including in‑depth knowledge of medical terminology and record keeping.
• Prepares and maintains the exam rooms and treatment areas.
• Performs physical assessments and records observations, including triaging and problem solving to achieve the best possible outcomes.
• Safe, low‑stress and compassionate handling and restraint.
• Prepares estimates for procedures and discusses financial commitments with clients.
• Venipuncture and IV catheter placement.
• Pharmacy skills, including protocols for filling in‑house.
• Radiography and digital imaging.
• Monitors vitals.
• Sample collection and processing for in‑house and reference labs.
• Builds initial rapport and long‑term relationships with both pets and clients, successfully communicates plans and estimates to owners.
• Assists the Veterinarian in medical, surgical and dental procedures; prepares patients for surgery; administers anesthesia; monitors patients during surgery and recovery; administers fluids.
• Communicates within the team, proactively advocating for their patient’s needs.
• Operates practice management software (Cornerstone) and related software packages.

We’re passionate about helping you reach your greatest pet‑ential – both at work and  a result, our total compensation package is as outstanding and rewarding as the world’s longest belly rub and ear massage combined:

• 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 to help you achieve your purr‑perfect work‑life balance
• Employee Ruff‑erral Program
• Health Saving Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Commuter Benefits
• Company‑paid life and AD&D insurance
• Short‑term and long‑term disability
• Accident,…