Veterinary Assistant: Compassionate Care & Career Growth

VCA Animal Hospitals, Inc; Standish (ME); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

401(k)

Paid vacation/sick days

Free NAVTA membership

Job summary

VCA Standish Animal Hospital is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join our team in Standish, ME. The role includes clinical support, patient care, anesthesia and surgery assistance, radiology, dentistry, and medical recordkeeping.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package within a large veterinary network and opportunities for professional growth, with a weekend rotation requirement for full-time staff.

Qualifications

• Credentialed veterinary technician (CVT, RVT, LVT) or technician in training.
• Willingness to learn and support team across duties.
• Strong communication and client education skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate patient care.
• Assist in anesthesia and surgery.
• Perform radiology and dentistry tasks.
• Assist with catheter placement and venipuncture.
• Maintain medical records and pharmacy responsibilities.
• Educate clients about pet health and preventive care.

Skills

Compassionate care

Client education

Patient assessment

Anesthesia assistance

Surgery support

Radiology

Dentistry

Venipuncture

Pharmacy

Medical recordkeeping

Job description

VCA Standish Animal Hospital is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join our team in Standish, ME. The role includes clinical support, patient care, anesthesia and surgery assistance, radiology, dentistry, and medical recordkeeping.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package within a large veterinary network and opportunities for professional growth, with a weekend rotation requirement for full-time staff.