Veterinary Assistant Experienced
VCA Animal Hospitals · Lewiston, ME · 2 mo ago
Healthcare$16–$25.75/hrFull-time
About the role
VCA Lewiston Animal Hospital is seeking a talented Experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our medical team full time. We have been serving the community for over 80 years and 30 years in our current location. We are centrally located, with a variety of amazing restaurants, and just a short drive to ocean beaches, numerous state parks, and hiking trails!
Responsibilities
- Create a positive, low-stress atmosphere for clients and patients.
- Support Technician and Doctor teams by performing physical examinations and patient assessments.
- Anesthesia monitoring, surgical preparation and assisting, dentistry, radiology, laboratory work, venipuncture, catheter placement, pharmacy, patient recovery, and compassionate care of hospitalized animals.
- Win the confidence of every pet parent by delivering an outstanding client experience.
Requirements
- Must have a valid CVT, RVT, or LVT credential.
- Experience in a veterinary setting preferred.
- Strong communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Current CPR certification.
Skills
- Physical examinations and patient assessment.
- Anesthesia monitoring.
- Surgical preparation and assisting.
- Dentistry.
- Radiology.
- Laboratory work.
- Venipuncture.
- Catheter placement.
- Pharmacy.
- Patient recovery.
- Caregiving for hospitalized animals.
Benefits
- Competitive wage: $16 - $25.75 / hour based on skill set and experience.
- Full-time schedule: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday (8am - 5pm).
- Access to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary community.
- Leadership opportunities.
- Career development programs.
- Opportunities to give back through strong Shelter partnerships and VCA Charities.
- CE allowance.
- Tuition support and sponsorships.
- Vet Tech license reimbursement.
- Free wellness subscriptions (Head Space).
- Referral bonuses.
- Competitive wage.
- Medical, dental & vision insurance.
- Generous petcare discounts.
- Life, long and short term disability insurance.
- Paid parental leave.
- Paid vacation and sick time.
- 401(k).
Pay
- $16 - $25.75 / hour based on skill set and experience.
Schedule
- Full time: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday (8am - 5pm).
Benefits
- Medical, dental & vision insurance.
- Generous petcare discounts.
- Life, long and short term disability insurance.
- Paid parental leave.
- Paid vacation and sick time.
- 401(k).
Why We Want You!
- Support Technician and Doctor teams by creating a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients.
- Deliver an outstanding client experience so we can provide exceptional care to every patient.
- Use the knowledge you've invested in your credentials (CVT, RVT, LVT) to support the team.
Company Information
- We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled.
- For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com.
Application
If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.