Veterinary Treatment Room Attendant

COVE Animal Health; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

Paid time off

Pet discount

Continuing education

Team culture

Job summary

Portland Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Care (PVESC) in Portland, ME is seeking a Treatment Room Attendant to support our Emergency team. You’ll help keep patients comfortable, our hospital running smoothly, and support the care team at every step of the way.

This hands-on role is ideal for someone who is dependable, detail-oriented, compassionate, and able to work in a fast-paced environment. Prior kennel or veterinary experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Great communication and organizational skills
• Willingness to learn
• Previous kennel or veterinary experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Walking and transporting patients throughout the hospital
• Cleaning kennels and maintaining a clean, safe facility
• Washing food dishes and litter boxes
• Stocking supplies and managing inventory
• Completing laundry and other essential hospital support tasks

Job description

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Branding: Portland Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Care

At Portland Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Care (PVESC), we’re committed to creating a workplace where people learn, grow, collaborate, and make a meaningful difference every day.

We’re a growing multi-specialty and emergency practice in the beautiful Portland, Maine area, expanding soon with a new 42,000-square-foot hospital in Falmouth, Maine - where employee well-being is a top priority.

About the Role

Treatment Room Attendants

support our Emergency team. Every role matters in emergency veterinary care. As a Treatment Room Attendant, you’ll be an important part of the team - helping keep patients comfortable, our hospital running smoothly, and our care team supported every step of the way.

• Walking and transporting patients throughout the hospital
• Cleaning kennels and maintaining a clean, safe facility
• Washing food dishes and litter boxes
• Stocking supplies and managing inventory
• Completing laundry and other essential hospital support tasks

We believe great patient care starts with a great team. We offer:

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Paid time off, volunteer hours, and holiday pay
• 401(k) with employer match
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Uniform allowance and personal pet discount
• Paid continuing education and professional development
• A collaborative, team-driven culture where every voice matters

Schedule & Compensation

Schedule: Four 10-hour shifts, 7:30am to 6:00pm or 11:30am to 10:00pm. May require a weekend day. Shift availability based on current hospital needs.
Holidays: Some holidays are required
Pay: $21-$24/hour, based on experience

What We’re Looking For

• Great communication and organizational skills and a willingness to learn
• Positive, team-focused attitude
• This is a hands-on role that’s ideal for someone who is dependable, detail-oriented, compassionate, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Previous kennel or veterinary experience preferred

Ready to Join Us?

If you’re dependable, compassionate, and excited to play an important role behind the scenes of emergency veterinary care, we’d love to hear from you. Join PVESC and become part of a team where you'll make a difference every day.

Supporting the Care Behind Every Patient

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.