Veterinary Assistant - Four-Day Week, Great Benefits

Vetcor; Rockland (ME); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Plan

Flexible Spending Account

Tuition Support Program

529 Savings Plan

Referral Bonus Program

Health insurance (full-time)

Job summary

Rockland Animal Hospital, part of the Vetcor family, is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team in Rockland, ME. This full-time role features a four-day schedule with Tuesdays off, allowing a balanced lifestyle while delivering compassionate care to companion animals.

The position emphasizes clinical support, client communication, and ongoing professional growth within a collaborative hospital environment. Compensation is negotiable and experience-based.

Qualifications

• Previous professional veterinary assistant experience is preferred.
• Passion for animal care and client education.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Willingness to continue learning.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians during examinations, treatments, and procedures.
• Obtain patient histories and communicate important information to the medical team.
• Assist with treatments, medication administration, and daily patient care.
• Educate clients about preventive care, medications, and treatment plans.
• Help maintain a clean, safe, and organized hospital and boarding environment.
• Properly restrain patients using compassionate handling techniques.
• Assist with laboratory sample collection and diagnostic testing.
• Maintain accurate medical records and patient documentation.
• Collaborate with veterinarians, technicians, and teammates to deliver exceptional patient care.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Organization

Team player

Job description

Rockland Animal Hospital, part of the Vetcor family, is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team in Rockland, ME. This full-time role features a four-day schedule with Tuesdays off, allowing a balanced lifestyle while delivering compassionate care to companion animals.

The position emphasizes clinical support, client communication, and ongoing professional growth within a collaborative hospital environment. Compensation is negotiable and experience-based.