Veterinary Assistant

Marsveterinary; Clive (IA); On-site; USD 16,531 - 26,174; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, dental insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Optimum Wellness Plans for pets

Mental health resources

FSA/HSA

Job summary

Banfield Pet Hospital in Iowa is hiring a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians and help maintain safe, clean treatment areas for pets and clients. You will contribute to the continuity of high‑quality veterinary care and educate clients on preventive care plans.

The role emphasizes weekend availability, strong teamwork, and the ability to perform tasks with minimal supervision while adhering to hospital standards.

Qualifications

• NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program certificate.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must be able to perform all required NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program skills 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 requiring no veterinarian or vet tech assistance.
• Adhere to hospital standards to keep pets safe and maintain clean, organized treatment areas, exam rooms and labs.
• Educate clients about Optimum Wellness Plans and preventive care.
• Mentor other members of the hospital team.

Education

NAVTA‑approved veterinary assistant program certificate

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

The Veterinary Assistant supports and assists veterinarians and veterinary technicians, ensuring the safety of pets, clients, and 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 requiring no veterinarian or vet tech assistance
• Adhere to hospital standards to keep pets safe and maintain clean, organized treatment areas, exam rooms and labs
• Educate clients about Optimum Wellness Plans and preventive care
• Mentor other members of the hospital team

Qualifications

• Certificate of completion from a NAVTA‑approved veterinary assistant program or equivalent education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 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.

Work Conditions

• Ability to work at a computer for long periods of time.
• Confidence around pets of all species.
• Position is specifically hiring for weekend support.
• Use of mental processes for reasoning, remembering, mathematics and language ability to perform duties proficiently.
• Moderately high noise level in the workplace.
• Requires sufficient ambulatory skills and ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb and manipulate up to 50 pounds.
• Requires good hand‑eye coordination, arm‑hand‑finger dexterity and visual acuity to use a keyboard and operate equipment.
• Exposure to a variety of pets that may bite or scratch; occasional exposure to anesthesia, radiation, biological hazards and medication/controlled substances.

Pay

$15.19 - $19.41 hourly

Benefits

• Medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance (based on eligibility).
• 401(k) participation with company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Optimum Wellness Plans for pets.
• Comprehensive mental health and wellbeing resources.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Paid parental leave for birth and adoption.
• Continuing education allowance.
• Backup child and elder care resources.
• Fertility and family‑building support.
• Commuter benefits.
• Identity protection.
• Legal plan.

Equal Opportunity Employment

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.