Veterinary Assistant

A Caring Doctor (North Carolina), P.C.; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 20,664 - 25,334; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) participation

Paid time off

Optimum Wellness Plans for pets

Health, vision, dental insurance

Job summary

VCA Inc. seeks a dedicated Veterinary Assistant in Asheville, NC to support our veterinary team. This role involves ensuring the safety of pets and clients while assisting with various procedures and maintaining hospital standards.

We're looking for action-oriented individuals who excel in communication and technical skills and are focused on providing exceptional service. A generous benefits package including health insurance and 401(k) participation is available.

Qualifications

• Completion of NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program or equivalent.
• Must perform veterinary assistant skills at an efficient level.

Responsibilities

• Help maintain flow of patients.
• Educate clients about preventive care.
• Mentor other hospital team members.

Skills

NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant skills

Communication skills

Technical skills

Education

Certificate from 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.

Preferred Education / Licenses

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.

Preferred Experience

Must be able to perform all required skills of NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant programs 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 keep 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.
• Use technical skills on a daily basis in accordance with state practice acts and NAVTA guidelines.
• Provide professional, efficient and exceptional service at all times, making sure that clients and pets are comfortable.

Commitment Beyond Qualifications

We’re looking for Vet 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 Vet Assistants are Action Oriented, Customer Focused, Good Listeners, and Effective Communicators.

Benefits

All Vet Assistants receive a generous benefits package including 401(k) participation, paid time off and Optimum Wellness Plans for your pets. Medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance are offered to associates based on eligibility.

• Performance development plans.
• Relevant learning opportunities.
• Networking events.
• Opportunities to offer skills to the community.

More comprehensive benefits cover health, wellness, and financial support for you and your family. Please see detailed benefit lists for full information.

Pay Range

$15.00 - $18.39 per hour

Equal Opportunity Employer

WE ARE A DRUG-FREE, SMOKE-FREE, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Banfield Pet Hospital® strongly supports and values the uniqueness of all individuals and promotes a work environment where diversity is embraced. 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. Banfield Pet Hospital complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment at every Banfield location. We believe that embracing inclusion and diversity enables us to live our Purpose: A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS.