Compassionate Veterinary Assistant: Care & Growth

Banfield Pet Hospital; Falls Church (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plans

Student debt relief program (for FT DV

Paid time off

Mental health resources

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Account

Paid parental leave

Continuing Education Allowance

Three free Optimum Wellness Plans for

Exclusive discounts

Job summary

Banfield Pet Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians, ensuring safe care for pets, clients, and staff while contributing to high-quality veterinary service. Candidates should have a NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program certificate or equivalent, with a high school diploma preferred.

You will educate clients on preventive care, assist daily procedures, and mentor teammates, upholding our guiding principles and commitment to pet health.

Qualifications

• NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program certificate or equivalent
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Responsibilities

• Maintain the flow of patients
• Communicate with veterinarian and vet techs
• Carry out procedures not requiring veterinarian or vet tech assistance
• Adhere to hospital standards to keep pets safe and labs/areas clean
• Educate clients about Optimum Wellness Plans and preventive care
• Mentor other hospital team members

Skills

Communication

Client education

Mentoring

Teamwork

Education

NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Banfield Pet Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians, ensuring safe care for pets, clients, and staff while contributing to high-quality veterinary service. Candidates should have a NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program certificate or equivalent, with a high school diploma preferred.

You will educate clients on preventive care, assist daily procedures, and mentor teammates, upholding our guiding principles and commitment to pet health.