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Cardiology Veterinary Technician
Job in
Portland, Cumberland County, Maine, 04122, USA
Listed on 2026-02-01
Listing for:
Portland Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Care
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-02-01
Job specializations:
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Healthcare
Cardiology
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Do you have a passion for advanced veterinary medicine and cardiac care? Join our Cardiology Specialty Team as a Licensed Veterinary Technician / Senior Assistant where you’ll support critically important diagnostics, treatments, and patient monitoring in a collaborative specialty environment. You’ll be part of a team that delivers exceptional medicine and compassionate care for patients with cardiac disease.
Key Responsibilities Advanced Cardiology Diagnostics & Clinical Support- Assist with advanced cardiac imaging including echocardiograms and ECGs/telemetry.
- Perform Holter monitor placement and editing; manage related equipment and software.
- Capture diagnostic quality thoracic radiographs and interpret positioning needs.
- Support advanced history taking, physical exams, and diagnostic triage in cardiac cases.
- Administer cardiac-related medications and monitor responses.
- Monitor cardiac patients’ vital signs and maintain accurate clinical records.
- Provide comprehensive patient nursing care including comfort, fluid therapy, and specialized support.
- Assist with anesthesia and monitoring during cardiac procedures.
- Support placement and retrieval of cardiac catheters and sampling catheters.
- Maintain and troubleshoot cardiology equipment, including ECG/echo systems.
- Assist veterinarians during complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
- Communicate effectively with pet owners about cardiac diagnostics and care instructions.
- Provide clear updates on patient status and answer owner questions within your scope of practice.
- Administer medications (PO, IM, IV, SQ) with accuracy and attention to safety.
- Perform blood/sample collection and basic lab work including CBC, chemistry, and urinalysis.
- Assist with general patient care tasks across the specialty department.
We offer an environment where clinical excellence, teamwork, and compassion intersect. You’ll have the opportunity to:
- Work with a dynamic cardiology team in a specialty setting
- Elevate your clinical skills with advanced diagnostic tools
- Grow your career with ongoing training and mentorship
- Make a meaningful impact on pets and their families every day
- Familiarity with advanced diagnostic systems and software for echocardiography and ECG interpretation
- Interest in ongoing professional development and advanced certification
- Demonstrated experience in veterinary clinical settings, preferably with a cardiology or specialty focus
- Proficient diagnostic and imaging skills (echo, ECG)
- Strong communication, organizational, and multitasking abilities
- Team-oriented attitude and client-focused service mindset
- Experience in specialty or high-acuity environments (cardiology, internal medicine, emergency)
- Graduate of an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program or equivalent
- Current and active veterinary technician license (LVT/CVT/RVT) in good standing
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