Compassionate Veterinary Assistant — Pet Health Advocate

MARS Veterinary; Castle Rock (CO); On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) participation

Paid time off

Optimum Wellness Plans for pets

Job summary

The Banfield Veterinary Assistant role supports veterinarians and technicians to ensure safe, quality care for pets and their clients. You’ll help manage patient flow, assist with procedures, and maintain clean, organized exam rooms and labs while educating clients on preventive care.

Ideal candidates hold a NAVTA-approved program certificate or equivalent, with high school diploma preferred, and demonstrate effective communication with the hospital team and pet owners.

Qualifications

• Certificate of completion from a NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program or equivalent.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians and veterinary technicians to ensure safety of pets and clients.
• Help maintain the flow of patients and communicate with the veterinarian and vet techs.
• Carry out procedures that do not require veterinarian or vet tech assistance.
• Adhere to hospital standards to keep pets safe and treatment areas clean and organized.
• Educate clients about preventive care and our wellness plans.

Skills

NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant

Effective communication

Education

NAVTA veterinary assistant program certificate

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Banfield Veterinary Assistant role supports veterinarians and technicians to ensure safe, quality care for pets and their clients. You’ll help manage patient flow, assist with procedures, and maintain clean, organized exam rooms and labs while educating clients on preventive care.

Ideal candidates hold a NAVTA-approved program certificate or equivalent, with high school diploma preferred, and demonstrate effective communication with the hospital team and pet owners.