VA- Veterinary Assistant

A Caring Doctor (North Carolina), P.C.; Concord (NH); On-site; USD 20,925 - 26,739; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) participation with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Medical, vision, and dental insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Continuing education allowance

Exclusive discounts on products and services

Job summary

VCA Inc. in Concord, NH is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and ensure top-quality care for pets and their owners. Ideal candidates will have a positive attitude and be ready to provide exceptional service while upholding hospital standards.

As a Veterinary Assistant, you'll utilize your technical skills and mentor fellow team members while adhering to guidelines. Compensation ranges from $15.19 to $19.41 hourly based on experience and skill level.

Qualifications

• Must perform skills of a NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant at an efficient level.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience assisting veterinarians in a clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional service to clients and pets.
• Maintain the flow of patients and communicate effectively.
• Educate clients about wellness plans and preventive care.

Skills

Veterinary procedures

Technical skills

Customer service

Communication

Education

Certificate of completion from a NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program

High school diploma

Job description

Overview

Veterinary Assistant – Banfield Pet Hospital. The Veterinary Assistant is a key member of the hospital team who supports and assists veterinarians and veterinary technicians, ensuring safety of pets, clients and other associates, and continuity of quality veterinary care.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional, efficient, and exceptional service to clients and pets at all times.
• Use technical skills daily while complying with state practice acts and NAVTA guidelines for veterinary assistant duties.
• Help maintain the flow of patients.
• Communicate with the veterinarian and vet technicians.
• Carry out or set up procedures that do not require veterinarian or vet technician assistance.
• Adhere to hospital standards that keep pets safe and the treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs clean and organized.
• Educate clients about Optimum Wellness Plans® and the importance of preventive care.
• Mentor other members of the hospital team.

Qualifications

• Preferred Education: Certificate of completion from a NAVTA‑approved veterinary assistant program or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Preferred Experience: Must be able to perform all required skills of a NAVTA‑approved veterinary assistant program at a level that aids in the efficiency of the practice.

Commitment Beyond Qualifications

We’re looking for Veterinary Assistants who are dedicated to their work, have a positive attitude, and use our Five Principles – Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency, and Freedom – as their guide. In addition, our Veterinary Assistants are: action‑oriented, customer‑focused, good listeners, effective communicators, and caring for those who care.

Compensation

Pay range: $15.19 – $19.41 hourly. Specific rate is determined based on experience, skill level, education, and location.

Benefits

• 401(k) participation with company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Optimum Wellness Plans for pets.
• Medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance based on eligibility.
• Retirement plans (401(k) and Roth).
• Student debt relief program for full‑time DVMs.
• Top‑tier mental health and wellbeing resources, including free coaching and counseling.
• Associate life insurance (company‑paid) and supplemental life insurance options.
• Company‑paid short‑ and long‑term disability insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Paid parental leave for birth and adoption.
• Continuing education allowance for eligible positions.
• Backup child and elder care, family support resources, and fertility & family building support.
• Digital exercise therapy program.
• Voluntary protection benefits and legal plan for additional coverage.
• Identity protection services.
• Commuter benefits.
• Three free Optimum Wellness Plans for pets.
• Exclusive discounts on products and services.

Professional Development Support

Performance development plans, relevant learning opportunities, networking events, and community skill‑sharing initiatives. Support from Corporate headquarters, field and hospital levels is designed to help you thrive.