Veterinary Assistant (04021)

Overview

Yarmouth Veterinary Center is a well-rooted, community-driven, privately owned practice located in Cumberland Foreside, Maine. We are committed to providing exceptional veterinary care while forming meaningful, lasting bonds with the pets and families we serve. We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate full-time Veterinary Assistant to join our growing team. In this role, you will partner with our veterinarians and support staff to deliver outstanding care across a diverse patient base, including dogs, cats, and a variety of exotic pets.

Duties

• Assist veterinarians and colleagues during exams, treatments, surgical procedures, dental care, and more.
• Greet clients, obtain thorough patient history, and record information in our practice software.
• Collect and process laboratory samples; perform in-house diagnostic testing.
• Take and process digital radiographs.
• Communicate treatment plans and patient updates to clients.
• Maintain thorough and accurate medical records for all patients.
• Uphold clinic cleanliness and safety standards.
• Safely and confidently restrain cats, dogs, and exotic pets.
• Administer vaccines and oral, and injectable medications as directed.
• Communicate with clients via phone, email, and messaging platforms — including follow-up calls, appointment reminders, and general inquiries.
• Empower pet owners through education on preventative care, treatment options, and the value of routine wellness visits.
• Cultivate genuine client relationships built on trust, clear communication, and a consistently positive experience.

Skills

The ideal candidate will bring:

• A strong understanding of safe restraint and animal behavior
• Solid knowledge of animal husbandry, preventative care, vaccination protocols, and diagnostic screening recommendations
• Experience with anesthesia monitoring, dental procedures (including dental radiology, scaling, and polishing), and aseptic surgical preparation
• Confident, skilled animal handling that prioritizes the safety and comfort of patients and team members alike
• Experience in venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and medication administration via subcutaneous, intramuscular, and intravenous routes
• Familiarity with autoclave operation and sterilization of instrument packs, surgical gowns, and drapes
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, a consistently positive attitude, and reliable punctuality
• The ability to communicate clearly and empathetically with clients
• A natural ability to anticipate team needs, step in proactively, and keep the day running smoothly
• Comfort staying organized in a busy, fast-paced clinical environment

Why Join Us?

At Yarmouth Veterinary Center, we're proud to be the largest privately owned practice in Maine, where the owners work right alongside the team every day. That means we have the freedom to practice medicine the way we believe it should be done — and your voice genuinely matters here. We've built a reputation in our community for compassionate, thorough, and client-centered care, and we're looking for someone who shares those values. Our team is welcoming, collaborative, and passionate about what we do. We offer competitive pay based on experience, Simple IRA with matching, and health insurance options including vision and dental insurance. We also believe deeply in work-life balance — we make every effort to finish on time and to maintain balance throughout the workday. If Yarmouth Veterinary Center sounds like the right fit for you, we'd love to hear from you!

Job Type: Full-time Pay: $22.00 – $25.00 per hour Expected Hours: 32–38 per week

Benefits:

• Simple IRA with matching
• Health insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid time off
• Continuing education credits
• Employee discounts

Experience: Veterinary clinic: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person — Cumberland Foreside, ME

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Uniform allowance
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Within the past five years, have you been convicted of a felony, or within the past two years of any misdemeanor or are you presently formally charged with committing a criminal offense?
• In the past three years have you ever knowingly used any narcotics, amphetamines, or barbiturates, or other than those prescribed to you by a physician?

Experience:

• Veterinary assistant: 2 years (Required)
• Client services: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Cumberland Foreside, ME 04110 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Employment Type: Full Time

Years Experience: 1 - 3 years

Salary: $22 - $24 Hourly

Bonus/Commission: No