Vet Assistant: Elevate Pet Care & Thrive with Benefits

Marsveterinary; Gainesville, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Wellbeing Resources

Job summary

Banfield Pet Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians, ensuring safe care for pets and clients while upholding hospital standards. The role emphasizes education on preventive care and affiliation with NAVTA-approved training to enhance practice efficiency.

You will work closely with a team to maintain patient flow, communicate with clinicians, and mentor colleagues, contributing to Banfield’s commitment to pet health and well-being.

Qualifications

• NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program or equivalent experience provides required knowledge, skills and abilities.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must be able to perform NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program skills to support efficient practice.

Responsibilities

• Helping maintain the flow of patients.
• 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 Optimum Wellness Plans and preventive care.
• Mentoring other members of the hospital team.

Skills

Effective Communicators

Good Listeners

Action Oriented

Customer Focused

Education

NAVTA-certified Veterinary Assistant Program

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Banfield Pet Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians, ensuring safe care for pets and clients while upholding hospital standards. The role emphasizes education on preventive care and affiliation with NAVTA-approved training to enhance practice efficiency.

You will work closely with a team to maintain patient flow, communicate with clinicians, and mentor colleagues, contributing to Banfield’s commitment to pet health and well-being.