Compassionate Veterinary Assistant | Pet Care & Education

A Caring Doctor (New Jersey), P.C.; Nevada; On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vis

Retirement Plans (401(k) and Roth)

Student Debt Relief Program

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Mental Health & Wellbeing Resources

Company-Paid Disability

Job summary

Banfield Pet Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians in delivering high-quality care for all pets. You will educate clients, help maintain a safe hospital environment, and prepare procedures as needed.

Responsibilities include assisting with surgeries as applicable, maintaining medical charts, and mentoring other paraprofessionals. The role may require weekend and evening hours to meet patient needs.

Qualifications

• Certificate of NAVTA-approved Veterinary Assistant program or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians and technicians to ensure quality care.
• Educate clients about pet health and hospital services.
• Assist with surgeries as applicable and prepare procedures.
• Maintain clean, sterile treatment areas and proper medical charts.
• Mentor paraprofessionals in the hospital.
• Work hours may include weekends and evenings.

Skills

Multitasking

Communication

Problem solving

Client service

Organizational skills

Safety awareness

Education

NAVTA-approved Veterinary Assistant program certificate

High School Diploma or equivalent

Must be at least 18 for radiography duties

Tools

NAVTA guidelines

Medical software

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Banfield Pet Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians in delivering high-quality care for all pets. You will educate clients, help maintain a safe hospital environment, and prepare procedures as needed.

Responsibilities include assisting with surgeries as applicable, maintaining medical charts, and mentoring other paraprofessionals. The role may require weekend and evening hours to meet patient needs.