Veterinary Assistant

Banfield Pet Hospital; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Banfield Pet Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to provide exceptional care and service to both clients and pets. This role includes maintaining patient flow, educating clients on wellness plans, and mentoring team members, all while adhering to veterinary standards. Full-time benefits include health insurance, retirement plans, and professional development support.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans (401(k) and Roth)

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Mental Health Resources

Life Insurance & Disability

Paid Parental Leave

Continuing Education Allowance

Family Support Resources

Responsibilities

• Helping maintain the flow of patients.
• Educating clients about our Optimum Wellness Plans.
• Adhering to hospital standards for safety.

Skills

Communication

Technical skills

Mentoring

Job description

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Job Description

A Day in the Life of a Banfield Veterinary Assistant

The Vet Assistant provides professional, efficient, and exceptional service at all times, ensuring clients and pets are comfortable in the hospital. You will use your technical skills daily, within state practice acts and NAVTA guidelines for veterinary assistant skills and duties. Responsibilities include:

• 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 to keep pets safe and the treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs clean and organized
• Educating clients about our Optimum Wellness Plans and preventive care
• Mentoring other hospital team members

The pay range for this role is $15.19 - $19.41 per hour. The specific rate depends on experience, skills, education, location, and applicable laws.

Benefits

At Banfield, we prioritize your well-being and professional growth with a comprehensive rewards package, including health, wellness, and financial support. Some benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Coverage for your health and wellness needs.
• Retirement Plans (401(k) and Roth): Generous company match to help secure your future.
• Student Debt Relief Program (for Full-Time DVMs): Support for managing student debt.
• Paid Time Off and Holidays: Time to rest and celebrate personal days.
• Mental Health Resources: Access to coaching and counseling services.
• Life Insurance & Disability: Company-paid life insurance and short/long-term disability coverage.
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts: Pre-tax options for healthcare and dependent care expenses.
• Paid Parental Leave: Support for new parents.
• Continuing Education Allowance: Financial support for professional development.
• Family Support Resources: Backup care for children and elders, fertility support, and more.
• Additional Benefits: Digital exercise therapy, legal and identity protection, commuter benefits, pet wellness plans, discounts, and more.

Benefits eligibility depends on employment status. Full-time associates are eligible for all benefits; part-time associates for selected benefits.