Compassionate Veterinary Assistant - Pet Health Advocate

Banfield Pet Hospital; Cape Coral (FL); On-site; USD 2,093,000 - 2,674,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans with company match

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Mental Health Resources

Life Insurance

Job summary

Banfield Pet Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant who supports veterinarians and technicians, ensuring safe care for pets and clients. You will contribute to the hospital team’s efficiency and provide compassionate service in a busy clinical setting.

You will use NAVTA-guided skills daily, assist with routine procedures, educate clients about preventive care plans, and help maintain clean, organized spaces for optimal patient care and safety.

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.
• Must be able to perform all required skills of NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant programs at a level that aids in the efficiency of the practice.

Responsibilities

• Help maintain the flow of patients.
• Communicate with the veterinarian and vet techs.
• Carry out or set up procedures that do not require veterinarian or vet tech assistance.
• Adhere to hospital standards that keep pets safe, and the treatment areas, exam rooms and labs clean and organized.
• Educate clients about our Optimum Wellness Plans® and the importance of preventive care.
• Mentor other members of the hospital team.

Education

NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program certificate

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Banfield Pet Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant who supports veterinarians and technicians, ensuring safe care for pets and clients. You will contribute to the hospital team’s efficiency and provide compassionate service in a busy clinical setting.

You will use NAVTA-guided skills daily, assist with routine procedures, educate clients about preventive care plans, and help maintain clean, organized spaces for optimal patient care and safety.