Veterinary Assistant - 000309

About the Role

For those who want to put their love of pets into action, there are few jobs more rewarding than that of Vet Assistant. While working closely with other pet health care professionals at Banfield, you'll have the chance to advocate for pets and educate clients on all aspects of pet health. In addition, if your goal is to advance in your career, you'll have access to a variety of learning and development opportunities along the way.

Job Description Summary

The Veterinary Assistant is a key member of the hospital team who supports and assists the veterinarians and veterinary technicians, ensuring the safety of pets, clients, and other associates, and the continuity of quality veterinary care.

Responsibilities

• Providing professional, efficient, and exceptional service at all times, ensuring clients and pets are comfortable in the hospital.
• Using technical skills daily, within state practice acts and as outlined in the NAVTA guidelines for veterinary assistant skills and duties.
• Helping maintain the flow of patients.
• Communicating with the veterinarian and vet techs.
• Carrying out or setting up procedures that do not require veterinarian or vet tech assistance.
• Adhering to hospital standards that keep pets safe and treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs clean and organized.
• Educating clients about Optimum Wellness Plans® and the importance of preventive care.
• Mentoring other members of the hospital team.

Qualifications

• Certificate of completion from a NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program or the equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Skills

• Action-oriented
• Customer-focused
• Good listener
• Effective communicator

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous retirement plans (401(k) and Roth) with company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Top-tier mental health and wellbeing resources, including free coaching and counseling sessions.
• Associate life insurance (company-paid) and supplemental life insurance.
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability.
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA).
• Paid parental leave.
• Continuing education allowance for eligible positions.
• Back-up child and elder care, and family support resources.
• Fertility and family-building support.
• Digital exercise therapy.
• Voluntary protection benefits.
• Legal plan and identity protection.
• Commuter benefits.
• Three free Optimum Wellness Plans for pets.
• Exclusive discounts on products and services.

Pay

The pay range for this role is $15.19 - $19.41 hourly. The specific rate is determined based on the candidate’s experience, skill level, and education, and may vary depending on location or applicable minimum wage laws.

Professional Development

• Performance development plans to help reach career goals.
• Relevant learning opportunities.
• Networking events.
• Opportunities to offer skills to the community.

Support Structure

We've created a unique leadership structure with support from Corporate headquarters, the field, and hospital level, working together as a team to make a real impact on pet healthcare in hospitals, communities, and the field of veterinary medicine.