Veterinary Laboratory Assistant - Part Time

COVE Animal Health; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Life insurance & long-term disability

Uniform allowance

Personal pet discount

Paid CE and professional development

Collaborative team culture where every

Job summary

PVESC in Portland, Maine, is seeking a Veterinary Laboratory Assistant to join our fast-paced laboratory team on a part-time basis. You'll process lab samples (blood work, cytologies, urinalyses), coordinate send-out diagnostics with outside laboratories, and maintain accurate medical records.

Work two 10-hour days (one weekday and one weekend day) with some holidays, in a collaborative, growth‑oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Veterinary or laboratory experience required.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and diagnostics.
• Strong attention to detail and organization.
• Medical records and data-entry experience.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Process lab samples, including blood work, cytologies and urinalyses.
• Coordinate send-out diagnostics with outside laboratories.
• Maintain accurate medical records.
• Identify and communicate diagnostic abnormalities.
• Support multiple departments in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Veterinary experience

Laboratory experience

Medical terminology

Diagnostics

Communication & teamwork

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Veterinary Laboratory Assistant - Part Time

Department: Internal Medicine

Location: Portland, ME

Branding: Portland Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Care

Love diagnostics? Thrive in a fast-paced team? Want to keep learning? We want you on our laboratory team!

At Portland Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Care (PVESC) in Portland, Maine, we’re committed to exceptional patient care, teamwork, and professional growth. Join a supportive, fast-paced environment where you can expand your skills and make a difference every day.

Why PVESC?

• $22–$30/hour, based on experience and credentials
• 401(k) with employer match
• Life insurance & long-term disability
• Uniform allowance & personal pet discount
• Paid CE and professional development
• Collaborative team culture where every voice matters

The Role

Part-time | Two 10-hour days
One weekday + one weekend day; some holidays required

What You’ll Do

• Process lab samples, including blood work, cytologies and urinalyses
• Coordinate send-out diagnostics with outside laboratories
• Maintain accurate medical records
• Identify and communicate diagnostic abnormalities
• Support multiple departments in a fast-paced environment

What We’re Looking For

• Veterinary or laboratory experience required
• Knowledge of medical terminology and diagnostics
• Strong attention to detail and organization
• Medical records and data-entry experience
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, changing environment

Ready to grow your veterinary career? Join PVESC and be part of a team making a difference in specialty veterinary care.

PVESC is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.