Veterinary Assistant - 005262

Job Description

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.

Preferred Education/Licenses

• 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.

A Day in the Life

• 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 the treatment areas, exam rooms and labs clean and organized
• Educating clients about our Optimum Wellness Plans ® and the importance of preventive care
• Mentoring other members of the hospital team

Commitment Beyond Qualifications

• Action Oriented
• Customer Focused
• Good Listeners
• Effective Communicators
• Caring for Those Who Care

Benefits

• Personal Health, Savings, and Wellness Benefits: All Vet Assistants receive a generous benefits package including 401(k) participation, paid time off and Optimum Wellness Plans for your pets.
• Medical, Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability Insurance: Associates based on eligibility.
• Student Debt Relief Program: For Full-Time DVMs.
• Paid Time Off and Holidays:
• Mental Health and Wellbeing Resources:
• 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:
• 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:
• Legal Plan:
• Identity Protection:
• Commuter Benefits:
• Three Free Optimum Wellness Plans for Pets:
• Exclusive Discounts:

Pay Range

The pay range for this role is $16.79 - $21.46 Hourly