Compassionate Veterinary Assistant: Grow in Pet Care

MARS Veterinary; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) participation

Paid time off

Optimum Wellness Plans for pets

Job summary

Banfield Pet Hospital is hiring a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians in delivering safe, high-quality care for pets. You will participate in daily tasks, client education, and team collaboration to ensure smooth hospital operations.

Ideal candidates hold a NAVTA-approved program (or equivalent) and a high school diploma; ongoing learning and development opportunities are offered. The role emphasizes compassion, accuracy, and adherence to standards.

Qualifications

• NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program required or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must be able to perform NAVTA-approved assistant program skills at a level that aids in practice efficiency.

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 Optimum Wellness Plans and preventive care.
• Mentoring other members of the hospital team.

Education

NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Banfield Pet Hospital is hiring a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians in delivering safe, high-quality care for pets. You will participate in daily tasks, client education, and team collaboration to ensure smooth hospital operations.

Ideal candidates hold a NAVTA-approved program (or equivalent) and a high school diploma; ongoing learning and development opportunities are offered. The role emphasizes compassion, accuracy, and adherence to standards.