Pet Care Assistant: Grow Your Veterinary Career

Banfield Pet Hospital; Plainfield (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Wellness program

Financial support under total rewards

Job summary

Banfield Pet Hospital is seeking a Pet Care Assistant to support the veterinary team in delivering high-quality care for pets. The role involves preparing examination rooms, handling routine labs, restraining animals, and assisting with treatments.

Candidates should demonstrate strong English communication, organizational skills, and a service-oriented mindset. The position may require weekend/evening hours and physical tasks such as lifting and standing for long periods.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma preferred.
• Must have basic computer skills (MS Word/Excel/Outlook).
• Excellent English communication, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the treatment room and supplies for examinations.
• Provide client education on preventive care and wellness plans.
• Restrain pets during examinations and assist veterinarians.
• Prepare in-house lab tests as allowed by regulations.
• Maintain hospital cleanliness and equipment.

Skills

Fluent English

Multi-tasking

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Client service

Independence

Ability to work under stress

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Access

Outlook

Job description

Banfield Pet Hospital is seeking a Pet Care Assistant to support the veterinary team in delivering high-quality care for pets. The role involves preparing examination rooms, handling routine labs, restraining animals, and assisting with treatments.

Candidates should demonstrate strong English communication, organizational skills, and a service-oriented mindset. The position may require weekend/evening hours and physical tasks such as lifting and standing for long periods.