Compassionate Veterinary Assistant for Career Growth

A Caring Doctor (North Carolina), P.C.; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) participation

Paid time off

Optimum Wellness Plans for pets

Health, vision, dental insurance

Job summary

Banfield Pet Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians while ensuring the safety and comfort of pets and clients. This role offers learning and development opportunities within a collaborative hospital team.

Ideal candidates have NAVTA-approved training or equivalent experience and a preference for a high school diploma. You will work under state guidance to uphold NAVTA-based duties and assist with daily hospital operations.

Qualifications

• 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.

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 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.

Skills

NAVTA guidelines familiarity

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 while ensuring the safety and comfort of pets and clients. This role offers learning and development opportunities within a collaborative hospital team.

Ideal candidates have NAVTA-approved training or equivalent experience and a preference for a high school diploma. You will work under state guidance to uphold NAVTA-based duties and assist with daily hospital operations.