Urgent Care Veterinary Assistant - 1–2 Saturdays (Part-Time)

Mission Pet Health; Lisbon (ME); Sur place; USD 28 000 - 32 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

Lisbon Road Animal Hospital in Lewiston, Maine, is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant for Saturday urgent care. This role offers a flexible schedule with coverage just 1–2 Saturdays per month and a $5/hour differential on Saturdays, in a supportive, team-based environment.

You will assist with IV placement, venipuncture, anesthesia induction, and surgical monitoring, while providing quality patient care for a diverse caseload and maintaining efficient hospital operations.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in IV catheter placement and venipuncture.
• Experience with anesthesia induction and surgical monitoring.
• Confidence with surgical patient recovery.
• Ability to prioritize cases and assist with patient triage.
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, and teamwork."
• A calm, proactive approach to patient care in a busy environment.

Responsabilités

• Assist veterinarians and technicians with hands-on patient care during urgent care shifts.
• Support workflow and patient management in a fast-paced Saturday setting.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure a clean, safe hospital environment.
• Provide a calming, informative presence for clients during visits.

Connaissances

IV catheter placement

Venipuncture

Anesthesia induction

Surgical monitoring

Case prioritization

Teamwork

Communication

Calm under pressure

Outils

Impromed practice management software

IDEXX in-house lab equipment

Description du poste

Lisbon Road Animal Hospital in Lewiston, Maine, is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant for Saturday urgent care. This role offers a flexible schedule with coverage just 1–2 Saturdays per month and a $5/hour differential on Saturdays, in a supportive, team-based environment.

You will assist with IV placement, venipuncture, anesthesia induction, and surgical monitoring, while providing quality patient care for a diverse caseload and maintaining efficient hospital operations.