Compassionate Veterinary Assistant — Grow Your Vet Career

Medical Management International, Inc.; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 43,525,000 - 55,619,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Wellness plans for pets

Job summary

Banfield Pet Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians, ensuring safe care for pets and smooth hospital operations. You will educate clients, assist with procedures, and help maintain clean, compliant treatment areas within a high‑quality practice.

Earned NAVTA credential or equivalent education is preferred, with growth opportunities and a commitment to pet health under our Five Principles. This role emphasizes teamwork and compassionate patient care.

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

• Help maintain the flow of patients
• Communicate 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 program

Education

NAVTA-approved program

Job description

Banfield Pet Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians, ensuring safe care for pets and smooth hospital operations. You will educate clients, assist with procedures, and help maintain clean, compliant treatment areas within a high‑quality practice.

Earned NAVTA credential or equivalent education is preferred, with growth opportunities and a commitment to pet health under our Five Principles. This role emphasizes teamwork and compassionate patient care.