Veterinary Assistant
$23 - $28 per hourMission Pet Health
Full-Time Veterinary Assistant
Scarborough Animal Hospital | Scarborough, ME 29 First St., Scarborough, ME 04074
Wage: $23 - $28
Are you a Veterinary Assistant looking for a hospital where you can learn, grow, and be part of a team that works hard and has fun together? Scarborough Animal Hospital is looking for a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join our established and supportive team!
We are an AAHA-accredited, Fear Free-focused general practice with multiple doctors, a diverse caseload, and a strong technician team. Our hospital provides opportunities to build your skills while working alongside experienced veterinary professionals.
As a Veterinary Assistant, you'll play an important role in supporting our doctors and technician team while providing excellent patient care.
Responsibilities may include:
- Assist with patient restraint and handling
- Perform venipuncture
- Place IV catheters
- Assist with anesthesia and patient monitoring
- Read and understand anesthetic monitoring equipment
- Assist with surgical procedures and patient preparation
- Support dental procedures and dental radiographs
- Assist with diagnostics and treatments
- Maintain a clean, organized environment
- Work collaboratively with doctors, technicians, and the entire hospital team
Must have:
- Proficiency with anesthetic monitoring
- Ability to read anesthetic monitoring equipment
- Venipuncture experience
- IV catheter placement experience
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
- A willingness to perform, learn, and laugh!
Preferred:
- Dental prophylaxis experience
- Dental radiography experience
Our Hospital:
- AAHA-accredited general practice
- Fear Free culture
- Multiple doctors and a varied caseload
- Surgery and advanced procedures
- Strong technician involvement and utilization
- Multiple LVTs and an experienced technician team
- Modern diagnostic capabilities
- IDEXX laboratory equipment
- Cornerstone practice management software
- Established team with strong employee longevity
- Opportunities for continued clinical growth
Schedule:
- Full-time
- Typically four-day work week
- Rotating Saturdays
- Designed to support a healthy work-life balance
Why Scarborough Animal Hospital?
At Scarborough Animal Hospital, you'll join a structured, medically progressive GP environment where Veterinary Assistants are encouraged to use their skills and continue learning. You'll work with a diverse caseload, gain exposure to surgery and diagnostics, and learn alongside an established team of experienced veterinary professionals.
If you're a Veterinary Assistant who wants to be part of a supportive team that takes excellent care of its patients—and knows how to work hard, learn, and laugh—we'd love to meet you!
Your impact as a Veterinary Assistant:
- Provide Essential Patient Care: You'll be a key player in the health of our patients, assisting the medical team with hands-on care and ensuring every animal is treated with compassion and respect.
- Be the Go-To Support for the Medical Team: You'll be the backbone of the clinic, anticipating the needs of veterinarians and technicians to ensure a smooth, efficient, and collaborative workflow.
- Create a Positive Client Experience: You'll help create a seamless visit for our clients by assisting with scheduling, payments, and communications, always with a courteous and informative approach.
- Ensure a Safe and Clean Environment: You'll take pride in maintaining the hospital, performing clinic upkeep and equipment maintenance to uphold our high standards of care.
What you'll bring to the team:
- A High School Diploma or equivalent.
- A calm and efficient approach, with the ability to handle a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment with composure.
- Confidence and skill in handling pets of all sizes and temperaments.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Proficiency in fundamental veterinary skills ranging from laboratory and pharmacy to nursing and radiology is a strong asset.
Responsibilities and Benefits
How you're supported:
As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the stability of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you, so you can focus on what you love. Note: Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support you at every stage. Eligibility for specific benefits varies based on your role and hours worked.
Competitive Compensation
A competitive hourly rate or salary based on your experience and role.
Health & Wellbeing
We offer comprehensive coverage options including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, along with access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all teammates.
Financial Security
Plan for your future with our 401k retirement options and additional financial protection benefits like Life Insurance and Disability coverage.
Commitment to Growth
We support your career goals with opportunities for professional development, including educational assistance for qualified teammates to enroll in AVMA-accredited veterinary technician programs.
The Power of a Network
Join a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals who share a passion for collaboration, career growth, and sharing best practices.
Valuable Perks
Enjoy discounted veterinary care for your own pets, access to an online discount platform, and free 24/7 access to doctors through Teladoc.
About Mission Pet Health
Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 850+ hospital teams on a hyper-local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at missionpethealth.com.
Driving the award-winning culture are the WAG values – Work Together, Amaze, and Grow. Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led, people-focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine. We are proud to be recognized as a 2025 "Most Loved Workplace," ranked #2 in America's Top 100 and #1 in veterinary care.
Reasonable Accommodations: Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation. Please contact View email address on click.appcast.io with your request and contact information.
EEO Statement: Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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