Vet Assistant: Elevate Pet Care & Client Education

MARS Veterinary; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) and Roth Retirement Plans

Student Debt Relief Program

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Life and Disability Insurance

Job summary

Banfield Pet Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians, ensuring safe care for pets and smooth hospital operations. You will engage with clients, assist in exams, and follow NAVTA guidelines to uphold high standards of care.

This role emphasizes teamwork, proactive communication, and continuous learning. The position offers benefits and development opportunities within Banfield’s hospital network, with emphasis on preventive care and client education.

Qualifications

• Certificate of completion from a NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program or equivalent.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must be able to perform NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant skills at a level that aids in the efficiency of the practice.

Responsibilities

• Help maintain the flow of patients.
• Communicate with the veterinarian and vet techs.
• Carry out or set up procedures that do not require veterinarian or vet tech 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 preventive care.
• Mentor other members of the hospital team.

Skills

NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant

Client education

Education

NAVTA-approved program certificate

High school diploma preferred

Tools

NAVTA guidelines

Job description

Banfield Pet Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians, ensuring safe care for pets and smooth hospital operations. You will engage with clients, assist in exams, and follow NAVTA guidelines to uphold high standards of care.

This role emphasizes teamwork, proactive communication, and continuous learning. The position offers benefits and development opportunities within Banfield’s hospital network, with emphasis on preventive care and client education.