Veterinary Laboratory Assistant

Join Our Exceptional Team at Portland Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Care (PVESC)

At Portland Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Care (PVESC), we’re building a unique and dynamic workplace where our team members thrive, grow, and continuously learn while delivering exceptional care to our patients and their families. If you’re looking to be part of a place that encourages growth, collaboration, and a sense of purpose, we want you to join our team and help us continue to create this special environment.

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, Ophthalmology, Dentistry, Sports Medicine, Rehab 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.

Why PVESC?

Benefits

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.

Anticipated Schedule

This is a full-time position

• Four 10-hour weekdays, with the possibility in the future of three weekdays and one weekend day
• Some holidays are required
  
  

Compensation

• $22-29/hour, commensurate with experience and licensure
  
  

What You’ll Do:

• Process and prepare lab samples including cytologies, urinalyses, and other in-house or send-out diagnostics
• Communicate with outside laboratories to coordinate submissions, confirm pricing, and track results
• Maintain accurate and detailed medical records, ensuring proper documentation and organization
• Monitor and recognize abnormalities in patient diagnostics and communicate findings to appropriate teams
• Support all departments—not assigned to just one—allowing for a dynamic and well-rounded experience
  
  

Who We’re Looking For

• Veterinary or laboratory experience is required—this role needs someone familiar with medical terminology and diagnostic processes
• Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail and accuracy
• Comfort with medical record-keeping and data entry
• A team player who thrives in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment
• Clear and professional communication skills for internal teams and external lab coordination
  
  

If you’re a veterinary technician ready to expand your skills and grow in a specialty practice—we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and help shape the future of care at PVESC.