Veterinary Assistant - 005121

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.

Responsibilities

• Support and assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians to ensure the safety of pets, clients and other associates and the continuity of quality veterinary care
• Help maintain the flow of patients
• Communicate with the veterinarian and vet techs
• Carry out or set up procedures that do not require veterinarian or vet tech assistance
• Adhere to hospital standards that keep pets safe and keep treatment areas, exam rooms and labs clean and organized
• Educate clients about Optimum Wellness Plans® and the importance of preventive care
• Mentor other members of the hospital team

Requirements

• 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
• Must be able to perform all required skills of NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant programs at a level that aids in the efficiency of the practice

Preferred Qualifications

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

Benefits

• 401(k) participation
• Optimum Wellness Plans for pets
• Medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance (eligibility based)
• Performance development plans designed to help reach established career goals
• Relevant learning opportunities and networking events
• Opportunities to offer skills to the community
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Generous Retirement Plans (401(k) and Roth) with company match
• Student Debt Relief Program (for Full-Time DVMs)
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Top-Tier Mental Health and Wellbeing Resources including free coaching and counseling sessions
• Associate Life Insurance (company-paid) & Supplemental Life Insurance
• Company-Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid Parental Leave (birth and adoption)
• Continuing Education Allowance (for eligible positions)
• Back-Up Child and Elder Care & Family Support Resources
• Fertility and Family Building Support
• Digital Exercise Therapy
• Voluntary Protection Benefits (hospital stays, critical illness, accidents)
• Legal Plan
• 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 $15.99 – $20.44 per hour. 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.