Veterinary Assistant

About the role

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

• Provides professional, efficient and exceptional service at all times, making sure that clients and pets are comfortable in the hospital.
• Uses technical skills on a daily basis, within state practice acts and as outlined in the NAVTA guidelines for veterinary assistant skills and duties.
• Maintains the flow of patients.
• Communicates with the veterinarian and vet techs.
• Carries out or sets up procedures that do not require veterinarian or vet tech assistance.
• Adheres to hospital standards that keep pets safe, and the treatment areas, exam rooms and labs clean and organized.
• Educates clients about our Optimum Wellness Plans® and the importance of preventive care.
• Mentors other members of the hospital team.

Qualifications

• 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.
• 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.

Skills

Required skills include: Technical proficiency, communication, organization, and ability to follow hospital standards.

Benefits

Personal Health, Savings, and Wellness Benefits: Includes 401(k) participation, paid time off, and Optimum Wellness Plans for your pets.

Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance: Offers comprehensive coverage.

Retirement Plans: Includes 401(k) and Roth options.

Student Debt Relief Program: Available for full-time DVMs.

Paid Time Off and Holidays: Provides paid time off and holidays.

Mental Health and Wellbeing Resources: Offers free coaching and counseling sessions.

Associate Life Insurance and Supplemental Life Insurance: Provides financial protection for loved ones.

Short- and Long-Term Disability: Offers financial protection for temporary or long-term disabilities.

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA): Allows saving on healthcare and dependent care expenses.

Paid Parental Leave: Supports growing families with paid parental leave for both birth and adoption.

Continuing Education Allowance: Provides financial assistance for continuing education opportunities.

Schedule

Full-time (FT) Associates are eligible for all benefit programs (Student Debt Program available for FT DVMs only); Part-time Associates are eligible for those benefits with an asterisk (*).

Pay

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