Pet Care Assistant: Veterinary Support & Patient Comfort

Banfield Pet Hospital; Burnsville (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plans

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Banfield Pet Hospitals in Burnsville, MN, is seeking a Pet Care Assistant to support the veterinary team by preparing treatment rooms, handling basic labs, and assisting with client education. You will help maintain cleanliness, restrain and comfort animals during procedures, and participate in care duties to ensure a welcoming, efficient experience for clients and their pets.

This role offers an hourly wage with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and

Qualifications

• Fluent English with strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to multi-task and manage multiple duties efficiently.
• Very organized and detail-oriented.
• Willingness to support the veterinary team and perform assigned tasks.
• Basic math and ability to follow instructions and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the treatment room and all necessary medical items and supplies for examinations.
• Hold or restrain pets during examination, treatment, or inoculation as needed.
• Prepare routine in-house laboratory tests as allowed by state rules and regulations.
• Monitor the comfort of hospitalized patients and assist with walking, feeding, and cleaning.
• Maintain cleanliness of hospital, including laundry, dishes, and instrument cleaning.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Fluent English

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Customer service

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Access

Outlook

Job description

Banfield Pet Hospitals in Burnsville, MN, is seeking a Pet Care Assistant to support the veterinary team by preparing treatment rooms, handling basic labs, and assisting with client education. You will help maintain cleanliness, restrain and comfort animals during procedures, and participate in care duties to ensure a welcoming, efficient experience for clients and their pets.

This role offers an hourly wage with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and