Urgent Care - Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Assistant – Atlas Veterinary Urgent Care

Where strength, compassion, and trust lead the way.

Are you passionate about animal care and ready to be part of something new and meaningful? Atlas Veterinary Urgent Care is an independently owned, startup veterinary urgent care clinic opening in Augusta, Maine in September 2025. We're here to offer same-day treatment for pet illnesses and injuries—and we’re building a team that shares our commitment to compassion, teamwork, and doing what’s right for pets and the people who love them.

About You:

You’re someone who loves working hands-on with animals and supporting a veterinary team that truly works together. You’re adaptable and happy to roll with the changing needs of a busy urgent care setting. You take pride in being a reliable support for your team—whether it’s assisting with patient care, cleaning and organizing, or helping out at the front desk. You care deeply about both pets and people, and you want to be part of a clinic where every voice matters.

About Us:

Atlas Veterinary Urgent Care is led by Dr. Jen Mirecki, DVM, whose leadership philosophy centers on compassion, transparency, and creating a workplace where veterinary professionals feel empowered and supported. We’re building a clinic culture that prioritizes communication, mutual respect, and work-life balance—because we believe that when our team thrives, our patients receive the best care.

What You’ll Be Doing:

As a Veterinary Assistant, you’ll support the medical and client service teams to help everything run smoothly and ensure our patients receive timely, compassionate care.

Your responsibilities may include:

· Safely restraining animals during exams, treatments, and procedures

· Maintaining a clean and sanitary hospital environment (cleaning, laundry, waste disposal)

· Assisting with patient care and observing animal behavior

· Helping with inventory, restocking, and organizing supplies

· Supporting front desk operations: phones, scheduling, check-in/check-out, and payments

· Jumping in wherever needed to help your team and keep the hospital running smoothly

What We’re Looking For:

· Experience handling and restraining animals in a veterinary or shelter setting

· Strong communication skills and a calm, compassionate demeanor

· A team-focused mindset with a “how can I help?” attitude

· Dependability and willingness to take on a variety of support tasks

· Comfort with physically demanding tasks and being on your feet most of the day

Work Schedule:

This is an hourly position. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and select holidays is essential—but we’re equally committed to maintaining work-life balance and respecting your time off.

Why Join Atlas?

· Be part of a startup where your role and input truly matter

· Work in a supportive, collaborative clinic culture

· Join a team that leads with compassion—for pets and people

· Help shape the future of veterinary urgent care in your community

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Holidays
• No nights
• Rotating weekends

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $24