Description

Overview

Scarborough Animal Hospital has an opportunity for a full-time Experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team!

Location: 29 First St, Scarborough, ME 04074

Shift Details:

Mental health is a top priority at Scarborough Animal Hospital. We typically offer a 4-day work week to support work-life balance, with some Saturdays as well. Our hours are as follows:

• Monday - Thursday 8-6 • Friday - 8-5 • Saturday 8-5 • Sundays - CLOSED

Compensation: Starting at $23/hour and up, based on experience.

Are you looking for a Change? Join the Scarborough Animal Hospital Family!
Are you ready for a change and to find a workplace that feels like home? At Scarborough Animal Hospital, we're on the lookout for a passionate, upbeat individual to join our already incredible team. If you bring a great attitude and love to have fun while doing meaningful work, you'll fit right in!
We're proud to foster a positive, non-toxic environment where our team thrives. With a loyal base of long-term clients, we treat every pet like our own and every client like family—delivering top-tier medicine with heart.

What We Offer:
• Full utilization of our Veterinary Technicians and Assistants
• Ongoing coaching, mentorship, and learning opportunities
• A chance to cross-train and grow your skillset across departments
• A workplace where fun and professionalism go hand-in-hand

Who We're Looking For:
• A self-starter who's motivated and proactive
• Someone with experience in the veterinary field
• A team player who's ready to perform, learn, and laugh.

Our low staff turnover speaks volumes—we're not just a team, we're a community. If you value integrity, open communication, and lifelong growth, we'd love to meet you.

Be part of something special. Apply today and let's make a difference together!

Physical Requirements:

• Must have the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb as well as manipulate (lift, carry, move) up to 50 pounds and over 50 pounds with a coworker.
• Must be able to endure sitting, standing, and walking on hard floor surfaces for extended periods of time.
• Must possess sufficient ambulatory skills to perform duties while in a hospital environment.
• Must be able to work in noisy work conditions with sounds from animals and equipment that can be moderately high.
• You will be 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.
• Must have good hand-eye coordination, arm-hand-finger dexterity, with the ability to grasp and visual acuity to use a keyboard and operate equipment.

Benefits:

PTO - 80

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 the Healthy Minds @Work App - to promote mental health, 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:

• Maintain and uphold the Core Values and Mission Statement of MPH.
• Assist in all daily duties for clinic care.
• Participate in any special cleaning duties.
• Provide client care by scheduling appointments, taking payments, and check-ins.
• Maintain excellent client communication.
• Record all pertinent medical, client and case related information in the patient record accurately with appropriate grammar, terms, and accurate information.
• Review medical records, estimates or discharge instructions with clients.
  Answer the phones in a courteous and informative way.
• Provide patient care under the direction of a DVM.
• Perform clinic upkeep as directed.
• Perform equipment maintenance as directed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must be proficient in a variety of skills ranging from but not limited to laboratory, pharmacy, radiology, surgery, dental and nursing skills.
• Ability to demonstrate patience and composure in stressful situations, and ability to handle a fast paced
  environment.
• Ability to stay calm and efficient during a medical crisis.
• The employee must have mental processes for reasoning, remembering, mathematics, and language ability (reading, writing, and speaking the English language) to perform the duties
  proficiently.
• The employee must also be confident around pets.

Required Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Physical Requirements:

• The employee must have the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb as well as manipulate (lift, carry, move) up to 50 pounds.
• The employee must be able to endure sitting, standing, and walking on hard floor surfaces for extended periods of time.
• The employee must be Able to work in noisy work conditions with sounds from animals and equipment that can be moderately high.
• The employee will be 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 employee must possess sufficient ambulatory skills to perform duties while in hospital environment.
  The employee must have specific vision abilities which include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• The employee must have good hand-eye coordination, arm-hand-finger dexterity with the ability to grasp and visual acuity to use a keyboard and operate equipment.

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 [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Mission Pet Health (MPH) 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.