Experienced Veterinary Assistant - Growth & Benefits

Rocklandanimalhospital; Rockland (ME); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) matching

Tuition support

Referral bonuses

Medical insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

PTO

Job summary

Rockland Animal Hospital in Rockland, ME is seeking an Experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our fast-paced team. This full-time position focuses on supporting veterinarians, educating clients, and ensuring compassionate care for every patient.

You’ll work Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday with Wednesdays off, and you’ll be integral to delivering quality veterinary services while growing your skills and building relationships with clients and their pets.

Qualifications

• Previous professional veterinary assistant experience preferred.
• Passion for animal care and client education.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Compassion for patients, clients, and coworkers.
• Dependability and a collaborative, team-first mindset.
• Commitment to providing outstanding patient care every day.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians during examinations, treatments, and procedures.
• Obtain patient histories and communicate important information to the medical team.
• Assist with treatments, medication administration, and patient care.
• Educate clients about preventive care, medications, and treatment plans.
• Help maintain a clean, safe, and organized hospital and boarding environment.
• Properly restrain patients using compassionate handling techniques.
• Assist with laboratory sample collection and diagnostics.
• Maintain accurate medical records and patient documentation.
• Collaborate with the veterinary team to deliver exceptional patient care.

Skills

Veterinary experience

Client communication

Team player

Organizational skills

Compassion for patients

Job description

Rockland Animal Hospital in Rockland, ME is seeking an Experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our fast-paced team. This full-time position focuses on supporting veterinarians, educating clients, and ensuring compassionate care for every patient.

You’ll work Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday with Wednesdays off, and you’ll be integral to delivering quality veterinary services while growing your skills and building relationships with clients and their pets.