Veterinary Assistant

Mission Veterinary Partners; Fryeburg (ME); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary practice in Fryeburg, Maine, seeks a dedicated Veterinary Assistant to provide high-quality care for animals. The full-time role involves assisting veterinarians, performing medical treatments, and engaging in patient care. This position offers a supportive environment with opportunities for growth and skill enhancement.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

401(k) with company match

Annual bonus potential

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

CE benefits for credentialed techs

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in a veterinary hospital.
• Proficiency in animal restraint.
• Experience with blood draws.

Responsibilities

• Assist Veterinarians and Veterinary Technicians.
• Prepare animals for exams and surgery.
• Administer medications under direction.

Skills

Animal restraint

Blood draws

Client education

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Overview

Veterinary Assistant - Full-Time

(Part-Time Considered)

Fryeburg Veterinary Hospital

203 Bridgton Road, Fryeburg, Maine 04037

fryeburgvet.com

Fryeburg Veterinary Hospital is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Veterinary Assistant to join our team! This is a full-time position, but we are open to considering candidates interested in part-time work as well.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly Rate: $18-$24, based on experience
• Potential for annual bonus
• Supportive, friendly work environment with room to grow
  
  

Schedule

• Full-time: Four 10-hour shifts per week
• Rotating Saturdays: Every other Saturday required
• Business Hours:
• Mon-Fri: 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
• Sat: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
• Sun: Closed
  

Why Fryeburg Vet?

We Are a 5.5-doctor, AAHA-accredited Practice With a Commitment To Low-stress Animal Handling And High-quality Care. We Serve Dogs, Cats, Rabbits, And Small Rodents, And Provide Services Including

• Soft tissue surgery
• Ultrasound
• In-house lab diagnostics (Idexx & Abaxis equipment)
• AI charting using Scribenote
• Practice management software: Impromed
  
  

What We’re Looking For

Required

• 1-2 years of experience in a veterinary hospital
• Proficiency in animal restraint
• Experience with blood draws
• Ability to room patients: take histories, educate clients on vaccines (core vs. lifestyle), preventive care, and common health concerns
  
  

Preferred But Not Required (Training Provided)

• Experience with anesthesia monitoring
  
  

What Makes Us Special

• Warm, team-oriented culture
• Close-knit staff who support each other
• Open communication encouraged
• Recent team-building events (like paint night!)
• Break spaces available for snacks and downtime
  
  

If you're passionate about animal care and want to work in a supportive environment that values growth, teamwork, and compassion, we’d love to hear from you!

BENEFITS: We believe in supporting our team both personally and professionally. Here’s what you can expect as a full-time team member:

Paid Time Off & Holidays

• PTO increases with years of service
• 48 hours of flexible holiday pay (6 recognized holidays)
• Annual performance review with wage evaluation
  
  

Bonuses & Retirement

• Dream Fund: Annual bonus potential
• 401(k) with up to 4% company match starting Day 1
  
  

Health & Wellness

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• FSA & HSA options
• Maternity leave
• Health Advocate - Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
• Free mental health support: 5 in-person counseling sessions per issue
• 24/7 access to experts
• Help with anxiety, family issues, grief, legal/financial advice & more
  

Optional Insurances

• Life & AD&D
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
  
  

Professional Perks

• Uniform allowance
• CE Benefits for Credentialed Techs:
• $500 CE stipend + 24 paid CE hours/year
• Access to RACE-approved CE platform
• Internal rewards program — earn points, redeem gift cards
• Pet care discounts
• Externship opportunities for vet tech and vet students
  

Responsibilities

How you'll make an impact:

• Our Veterinary Assistants assist the Veterinarians and Veterinary Technicians in all of their duties
• The Veterinary Assistant helps to prepare animals for exams and surgery.
• The Veterinary Assistant aids in performing medical treatments.
• The Veterinary Assistant will perform or prepare laboratory tests.
• The Veterinary Assistant will administer medications under the direction of a Veterinarian or Veterinary Technician.
• The Veterinary Assistant will obtain and properly handle/prepare in-house and laboratory specimens (cytology, blood draws, blood smear, fecal, etc.)
• The Veterinary Assistant works in cooperation with staff to attend to any immediate needs.
• The Veterinary Assistant handles animals and their owners in a responsive, courteous and tactful manner, and inform staff and clients of any pertinent medical information related to animal care.
• The Veterinary Assistant maintains a healthy, safe, sanitary, pleasant and clean facilities for the animals.
  
  

Mission Veterinary Partners just purchased our own accredited Veterinary Technician College and will be offering online classes to our employees for a degree in Veterinary Technology. We will be offering this program to our employees that wish to grow within the field at a significantly reduced financial cost. After completing the program, you will be able to sit for the VTNE and become a Licensed/Registered/Certified Veterinary Technician.

Qualifications

Physical demands and work environment

• The Veterinary Assistant must have the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb as well as manipulate (lift, carry, move) up to 50 pounds and lift over 50 pounds with the assistance of a coworker. Requires sufficient ambulatory skills.
• The Veterinary Assistant must be able to work in noisy work conditions with sounds from animals and equipment that can be moderately high.
• The Veterinary Assistant is routinely exposed to a variety of pets that may bite or scratch, and on occasion, exposed to anesthesia, radiation, biological hazards and medication/controlled substances.
• The Veterinary Assistant must be fluent in the written and verbal skills necessary to perform successfully the essential functions, duties, and responsibilities of the position.
• The Veterinary Assistant must be able to exchange accurate information with all clients and team members.
  
  

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We embrace diversity and are committed to

creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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