OverviewLisbon Road Animal Hospital is hiring a Part-time OR Full-Time Veterinary Assistant to join our team! Website - Veterinary Assistant - Full-Time or Part-Time 1981 Lisbon Road, Lewiston, ME 04240 Lisbon Road Animal Hospital is seeking a skilled and compassionate Veterinary Assistant to join our multi-doctor small animal practice. We're currently hiring for:
- Full-Time (4-day work week)
- Saturday-Only Urgent Care (8:00 AM - 8:00 PM) Saturday urgent care shift includes a $5.00/hour pay differential
COMING END OF SUMMER - URGENT CARE What We Offer:
- Competitive Pay: $20-$21/hour + $5.00/hour Urgent Care Differential
- Consistent 4-Day Work Week
- AI-Powered Medical Note Transcription (Scribe Note)
- Impromed Software
- Idexx in house lab equipment
Clinic Hours:
- Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
- Tuesday, Thursday: 7:30 AM - 6:30 PM
- Extended shifts until 7:30 PM on one late night/week
- Coming soon - Saturday (Urgent Care): 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM (No Holidays)
- Sunday: Closed
Typical Weekday Shifts:
- 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- 7:30 AM - 6:30 PM
- Late shifts on Tue/Thu until 7:30 PM (rotating)
Desired Skills & Qualifications:
- Required Clinical Skills:
- Proficient in venipuncture, triage, history-taking
- In-house lab work, subcutaneous fluid administration, ear cytology
- Blood draws, medication handling, animal restraint/muzzling
- Operating x-ray and in-house diagnostic equipment
- Client Communication & Documentation:
- Confident explaining preventive care and vaccination protocols
- Skilled in documenting phone calls and SOAP notes
- Medical Knowledge:
- Familiar with canine/feline vaccines, puppy/kitten boosters
- Understanding of Heartworm 4DX and tick-borne disease testing
Why Join Us? Lisbon Road Animal Hospital is known for providing high-quality care with a personal touch. Our fully equipped facility includes:
- Digital X-Ray & Ultrasound
- Therapeutic Laser
- Underwater Treadmill
- Full Rehabilitation Center
- AI-Powered Charting via Scribe Note
We're a tight-knit, tech-forward team committed to staff versatility and career growth. Whether you're looking to work full-time or want a premium Saturday-only opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to join our dedicated and compassionate team! Treating pets like family. Always. Benefits (Must maintain working 30 or more hours per week to be eligible for benefits) PTO Full-time team members will be awarded additional PTO based on their years of service. Holiday Pay 48 hours to apply towards 6 recognized holidays (New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day) *The holiday PTO hours can be used at the team member's discretion to cover the actual holiday as observed by the hospital or other absences with approval from their Manager. Annual review with wage evaluation/potential for raises Dream Fund - Potential annual bonus awarded. Medical, Vision and Dental plans available FSA and HSA options available Maternity Leave 401K starting on day 1. The company offers up to a 4% match Access to Healthy Minds @Work App - to promote mental health and reduce burnout and reduce stress Health Advocate - Employee Assistance Program
- Includes five face-to-face visits with a counselor per issue per rolling 12 months, without any cost to you
- 24 hour access
- Get help with depression, anxiety, family issues, substance abuse and more
- Learn strategies such as mindfulness to manage stress, anger and improve focus
- Locate childcare, eldercare, summer camps, special needs services and relocation support Easy access to legal/financial experts and information
- Work through relationship problems, divorce, grief and other life transitions
- Build coping skills to manage life's challenges and gain control of your life
- Explore webinars, courses and articles on a variety of well-being topics
- Visit the Personalized Legal Center, Financial Fitness Center and Mindfulness page
- ALL AT NO COST TO YOU!!!
Optional Insurances Available
- Life Insurance AD&D
- Short Term Disability Insurance
- Long Term Disability Insurance
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Accidental Insurance
Pet Benefits Uniform Allowance - Full Time $150, Part Time $75 CE Benefits - Credentialed Veterinary Technician $500 plus 24 paid CE hours per year, Access to our online learning platform with RACE approved CE at your fingertips. Scholarship Program for Veterinary Assistants that want to become credentialed Internal Employee Rewards Program
- Reward your co-workers with points that are redeemable for gift cards.
We do offer externships for Veterinary Technicians and Vet Students. Responsibilities How you'll make an impact:
- Our Veterinary Assistants assist the Veterinarians and Veterinary Technicians in all of their duties
- The Veterinary Assistant helps to prepare animals for exams and surgery.
- The Veterinary Assistant aids in performing medical treatments.
- The Veterinary Assistant will perform or prepare laboratory tests.
- The Veterinary Assistant will administer medications under the direction of a Veterinarian or Veterinary Technician.
- The Veterinary Assistant will obtain and properly handle/prepare in-house and laboratory specimens (cytology, blood draws, blood smear, fecal, etc.)
- The Veterinary Assistant works in cooperation with staff to attend to any immediate needs.
- The Veterinary Assistant handles animals and their owners in a responsive, courteous and tactful manner, and inform staff and clients of any pertinent medical information related to animal care.
- The Veterinary Assistant maintains a healthy, safe, sanitary, pleasant and clean facilities for the animals.
Qualifications Physical demands and work environment
- The Veterinary Assistant must have the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb as well as manipulate (lift, carry, move) up to 50 pounds and lift over 50 pounds with the assistance of a coworker. Requires sufficient ambulatory skills.
- The Veterinary Assistant must be able to work in noisy work conditions with sounds from animals and equipment that can be moderately high.
- The Veterinary Assistant is routinely exposed to a variety of pets that may bite or scratch, and on occasion, exposed to anesthesia, radiation, biological hazards and medication/controlled substances.
- The Veterinary Assistant must be fluent in the written and verbal skills necessary to perform successfully the essential functions, duties, and responsibilities of the position.
- The Veterinary Assistant must be able to exchange accurate information with all clients and team members.
We put people first and never compromise on our values. Apply today for immediate consideration! Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to ...@mvetpartners.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.