Vet Assistant Full time

Medical Management International, Inc.; Danvers (MA); On-site; USD 24,245 - 30,982; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) participation

Paid time off

Health insurance

Continuing education allowance

Commuter benefits

Mental health resources

Job summary

Medical Management International, Inc. is seeking a Veterinary Assistant who is a key team member supporting veterinarians and veterinary technicians. Responsibilities include maintaining patient flow, educating clients about wellness plans, and ensuring a clean environment.

Qualified candidates should possess a NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant certification or equivalent education. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, paid time off, and more. Hourly pay ranges between $17.60 and $22.49.

Qualifications

• Must perform skills of a NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program efficiently.
• Preferred education includes a NAVTA program certificate or equivalent.
• Demonstrated ability to perform NAVTA skills is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Help maintain patient flow.
• Communicate effectively with veterinarian and techs.
• Assist with procedures requiring no veterinarian or tech help.
• Maintain cleanliness in treatment areas and labs.
• Educate clients about wellness plans.
• Mentor team members.
• Provide exceptional client and pet comfort.

Skills

Ability to perform NAVTA program skills

Communication skills

Mentoring ability

Education

Certificate of completion from a NAVTA-approved program

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

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

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 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
• Provide professional, efficient, and exceptional service, ensuring clients and pets are comfortable

Qualifications

• Must be able to perform all required skills of a NAVTA‑approved veterinary assistant program at a level that aids in practice efficiency
• Preferred education: Certificate of completion from a NAVTA‑approved veterinary assistant program or equivalent education, training and experience; high school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Preferred experience: Demonstrated ability to perform NAVTA program skills

Benefits

The Veterinary Assistant receives a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) participation, paid time off, and Optimum Wellness Plans for pets. Medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance are offered based on eligibility. Additional benefits include a continuing education allowance, commuter benefits, and access to mental health resources.

Pay

Hourly Pay Range: $17.60 – $22.49

Commitment

We’re looking for Vet Assistants who are dedicated, positive, customer focused, good listeners, and effective communicators, using our Five Principles – Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom – as their guide.

Equal Opportunity

Banfield Pet Hospital is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.