Veterinary Assistant

Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education; Westbrook (ME); On-site; USD 27,552 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and flexible scheduling

Continuing education allowance

Mental Health Resources

Pet Care discounts

Savings on reference lab testing

Discounts on Purina pet foods

Preferred rates with pet insurance partner

Job summary

A veterinary clinic in Westbrook, ME, is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to provide compassionate care to pet patients and manage records. Responsibilities include preparing treatment areas, performing assessments, and discussing procedures with clients. Candidates should be team players with a high school diploma and can lift 50 pounds. Experience is preferred but not mandatory. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical insurance, 401(k), and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• Must be a team player with compassion for pets.
• Ability to multi-task and lift 50 pounds.
• Previous experience as a Veterinary Assistant preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care to pet patients.
• Keep accurate medical records.
• Prepare and maintain exam rooms and treatment areas.
• Perform physical assessments.
• Prepare estimates for procedures.
• Explain follow-up and home care instructions.
• Stock clinic treatment areas and inform inventory manager.

Skills

Compassion for pets and their people

Multi-tasking

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Anesthesia experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Stoneledge Animal Hospital is looking to add a compassionate and skilled Veterinary Assistant to our team.

Stoneledge Animal Hospital in Westbrook, ME.

$20.00-22.00 hourly pay rate.

Veterinary Assistant

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Provide compassionate care to pet patients and their loved ones
• Keep accurate medical records in accordance with hospital policy
• Prepare and maintain the exam rooms and treatment areas
• Perform physical assessments and record your observations
• Prepare estimates for procedures and discuss financial commitments with clients
• Explain necessary follow-up and home care instructions
• Stock clinic treatment area and exam rooms, and inform inventory manager when supplies need to be ordered
• Anesthesia experience preferred

Our Comprehensive benefit package includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with a total company match up to 4%, after 6 months of employment
• Generous paid time off and flexible scheduling
• Continuing education allowance and professional development support
• Mental Health Resources
• Company paid bonding leave or applicable state provided bonding leave

Perks for Your Pets Too!

• Pet Care: Discounts on veterinary services and products
• Diagnostics: Savings on reference lab testing
• Nutrition: Discounts on Purina pet foods
• Insurance: Preferred rates with our pet insurance partner

REQUIREMENTS

• Must be a team player and have compassion for pets and their people
• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience working as a Veterinary Assistant is preferred but not required
• Successful completion of references and background check

Rarebreed Veterinary Partners provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics or classifications protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.