Veterinary Assistant

Marsveterinary; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 22,027 - 28,158; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) participation

Paid time off

Optimum Wellness Plans for pets

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

Banfield Pet Hospital is hiring a Veterinary Assistant in Atlanta, Georgia, to support veterinarians and ensure quality care for pets. This role includes direct interaction with clients, maintaining a clean work environment, and assisting with procedures.

Ideal candidates possess a certificate from a NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program, strong communication skills, and a dedication to animal health. Benefits include a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Must be able to perform required skills of NAVTA programs efficiently.
• Dedicated to quality veterinary care and client relations.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians and techs in daily operations.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in treatment areas.
• Communicate effectively with clients regarding their pets' care.

Skills

Technical skills in veterinary care

Customer service skills

Communication skills

Education

Certificate from NAVTA-approved program

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Veterinary Assistant Careers at Banfield Pet Hospital

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.

A Day in the Life of a Banfield Veterinary Assistant

The Vet Assistant provides professional, efficient and exceptional service at all times, making sure that clients and pets are comfortable in the hospital. You will use your technical skills on a daily basis, within state practice acts and as outlined in the NAVTA guidelines for veterinary assistant skills and duties.

Key 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 our Optimum Wellness Plans and the importance of preventive care

• Mentoring other members of the hospital team

Commitment Beyond Qualifications

Every associate including the Vet Assistant has an important contribution to make to the veterinary team. 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.

Core Qualities

• Action Oriented

• Customer Focused

• Good Listeners

• Effective Communicators

Benefits for a Banfield Veterinary Assistant

When it comes to benefits, we support your personal wellness and professional development. We offer a wide range of perks and programs that help you take care of yourself and your family—including your pets.

Personal Health, Savings, and Wellness Benefits

Every team member needs to be appreciated. All Vet Assistants receive a generous benefits package including 401(k) participation, paid time off and Optimum Wellness Plans for your pets. In addition, medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance is offered to associates based on eligibility.

Potential as Big as Your Passion

Whether you’re a new Vet Assistant, have been working for years or are changing careers, we’ll support your professional growth with:

• Performance development plans designed to help you reach your established careers goals

• Relevant learning opportunities

• Networking events

• Ways to offer your skills to your community (https://www.banfield.com/about-banfield/Community)

A Support Structure That Helps You Thrive

We’ve created a one-of-a-kind leadership structure throughout our practice that includes support from our Corporate headquarters, the field and hospital level. Together we are a team, making a real impact on pet health care in hospitals, communities and the field of veterinary medicine.

Start your Banfield Career as a Veterinary Assistant

Learn more about the impact you can make as part of a Banfield hospital team and see how we support the wellness of our people and profession (https://jobs.banfield.com/wellbeing).

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. Banfield Pet Hospital is an equal opportunity employer. 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 in every Banfield location.

We believe that embracing inclusion and diversity enables us to live our Purpose: A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS.

Pay Range for this role: $15.99 - $20.44 Hourly (This range reflects a general hiring range for the area, with the specific rate determined based on the candidate’s experience, skill level, and education, and may vary depending on location or applicable minimum wage laws.)

Comprehensive Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Generous Retirement Plans (401(k) and Roth) with company match

• Best-in-Class Student Debt Relief Program (for Full-Time DVMs)

• Paid Time Off and Holidays

• Top-Tier Mental Health and Wellbeing Resources including free coaching and counseling sessions

• Associate Life Insurance (company-paid) and Supplemental Life Insurance

• Company-Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

• Health Savings Account

• Paid Parental Leave for birth and adoption

• Continuing Education Allowance (for Eligible Positions)

• Backup Child and Elder Care & Family Support Resources

• Fertility and Family Building Support

• Digital Exercise Therapy program

• Voluntary Protection Benefits

• Legal Plan

• Identity Protection

• Commuter Benefits

• Three Free Optimum Wellness Plans for Pets

• Exclusive Discounts

Benefits eligibility is based on employment status. Full-time (FT) Associates are eligible for all benefit programs (Student Debt Program available for FT DVMs only); Part-time Associates are eligible for those benefits with an asterisk (*).