Compassionate Vet Assistant: Pet Care & Client Education

A Caring Doctor (New Jersey), P.C.; East Brunswick Township (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) and Roth matching plans

Paid time off and holidays

Education assistance and development

Job summary

Banfield Pet Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians, ensuring safe care for pets and smooth clinic operations. You will educate clients on preventive care and wellness plans while advancing through learning opportunities within the team.

This role emphasizes teamwork, patient flow, and adherence to hospital standards, with ongoing professional growth and hands-on experience across clinical tasks.

Qualifications

• NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program completion or equivalent training/experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to perform required NAVTA-listed skills across clinical tasks.

Responsibilities

• 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 to keep pets safe and areas clean.
• Educating clients about wellness plans and preventive care.

Skills

NAVTA program usage

Client education

Education

NAVTA-certified veterinary assistant program

High school diploma preferred

Job description

Banfield Pet Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians, ensuring safe care for pets and smooth clinic operations. You will educate clients on preventive care and wellness plans while advancing through learning opportunities within the team.

This role emphasizes teamwork, patient flow, and adherence to hospital standards, with ongoing professional growth and hands-on experience across clinical tasks.