Surgical Veterinary Assistant — Grow with a Pet-Care Team

Banfield Pet Hospital; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) participation

Paid Time Off

Disability Insurance

Pet wellness plans

Job summary

Banfield Pet Hospital in Chantilly, VA is seeking a Veterinary Assistant who will support veterinarians and technicians, help manage patient flow, and ensure pets and clients are comfortable in the hospital.

Ideal candidate has NAVTA-approved program or equivalent, and can perform surgical assisting; high school diploma preferred. We offer robust benefits and professional development opportunities to grow with Banfield.

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 surgical assisting and NAVTA-aligned skills and duties.

Responsibilities

• The Vet Assistant provides professional, efficient and exceptional service at all times, making sure that clients and pets are comfortable in the hospital.
• You will use your technical skills on a daily basis, within state practice acts and as outlined in the NAVTA guidelines for veterinary assistant skills and duties.
• Other responsibilities include maintaining the flow of patients and communicating with the veterinarian and vet techs.
• Carrying out or setting up procedures that do not require veterinarian or vet tech assistance.
• Adhering to hospital standards that keep pets safe, and the treatment areas, exam rooms and labs clean and organized.
• Educating clients about our Optimum Wellness Plans and the importance of preventive care.

Skills

Surgical assisting

Client education

NAVTA guidelines

Education

NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Banfield Pet Hospital in Chantilly, VA is seeking a Veterinary Assistant who will support veterinarians and technicians, help manage patient flow, and ensure pets and clients are comfortable in the hospital.

Ideal candidate has NAVTA-approved program or equivalent, and can perform surgical assisting; high school diploma preferred. We offer robust benefits and professional development opportunities to grow with Banfield.