Veterinary Assistant

Caring Hands Animal Hospital - Clarendon; Bangor (ME); On-site; USD 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off

Employee pet discount

401(k) with company match

Employee referral bonus $1,000

Job summary

Broadway Veterinary Clinic in Bangor, ME seeks a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join a team of veterinarians, technicians and support staff to ensure each animal receives the best possible care during their stay with us.

You will assist during examinations and surgeries, restrain animals safely, prepare rooms, run basic lab tests, administer medications, and communicate with pet owners about care plans and follow-ups.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of veterinary experience.
• Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
• Technical know-how in disinfection, medication administration and using diagnostic equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries.
• Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately
• Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment and surfaces
• Perform basic laboratory tests, such as collecting blood, urine, and stool samples
• Administer medications and vaccinations under the supervision of a veterinarian
• Feed, bathe, and exercise animals as needed
• Maintain accurate medical records
• Communicate with pet owners about their pets’ care, treatment plans, and follow-up visits
• Clean and maintain the clinic, including stocking supplies and ensuring a safe and sanitary environment

Skills

Veterinary experience

Animal handling

Medical records

Tools

Diagnostics equipment

Job description

Broadway Veterinary Clinic** is hiring a **** full-time **Veterinary Assistant to work alongside our team of experienced veterinarians, skilled technicians, and devoted support staff to ensure each animal receives the best possible care during their stay with us. If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and excited about helping us maintain our high standards of animal care and customer service, we would love to hear from you!

What to Expect

As you join our mission, expect to be supported in your work and home life with:

• All the benefits you deserve— medical, dental, vision, and retirement.
• Paid time off. Take the time you need to recharge.
• Employee pet discount because we know your pets are family, too.
• 401(k) with a generous company match to help you invest in your future while you care for pets today.
• Employee referral bonus. Earn $1,000 when you refer a new team member to one of our 180+ partner hospitals across the country.

Salary: $20.00-$24.00 per hour, based on the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications.

Schedule: This is a full time position. Four 10-hour shifts. The hospital is currently open Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., and one Saturday morning a month.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries.
• Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately
• Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment and surfaces
• Perform basic laboratory tests, such as collecting blood, urine, and stool samples
• Administer medications and vaccinations under the supervision of a veterinarian
• Feed, bathe, and exercise animals as needed
• Maintain accurate medical records
• Communicate with pet owners about their pets’ care, treatment plans, and follow-up visits
• Clean and maintain the clinic, including stocking supplies and ensuring a safe and sanitary environment

Qualifications:

• At least 1 year of veterinary experience is required.
• Technical know-how in areas such as disinfection, administering medication, and using diagnostic equipment.
• Physical ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.

About Broadway Veterinary Clinic

Broadway Veterinary Clinic has been serving the Bangor, Maine area since the year 1980, when Dr. J.A. Benson acquired Elliot Animal Hospital and gave the facility a new name. In 2002, our modern facility was built in its current location, and designed to provide cutting-edge technology and maximum comfort to our clients. Today, we have four veterinarians and more than twenty staff members to carry on our legacy of excellent care.

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