Veterinary Assistant

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

Job summary

Join a leading pet health care provider as a Veterinary Assistant, where you will support veterinarians and educate clients on pet health. This role offers opportunities for personal and professional growth while ensuring the safety and well-being of pets and clients alike.

Benefits

401(k) participation

Paid time off

Medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance

Performance development opportunities

Qualifications

• Must perform skills of NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant programs.
• Education, training, and experience that provide required knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Helping maintain the flow of patients.
• Communicating with the veterinarian and vet techs.
• Educating clients about Optimum Wellness Plans.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Customer-focused

Education

Certificate from NAVTA-approved program

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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For those who want to put their love of pets into action, there are few jobs more rewarding than that of Vet Assistant. While working closely with other pet health care professionals at Banfield, you’ll have the chance to advocate for pets and educate clients on all aspects of pet health. In addition, if your goal is to advance in your career, you’ll have access to a variety of learning and development opportunities along the way.

Job Description 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.

Description - External

A Day in the Life of a Banfield Veterinary Assistant

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

We’re looking for Vet Assistants who are dedicated, positive, and aligned with our Five Principles — Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency, and Freedom. Our Vet Assistants are also action-oriented, customer-focused, good listeners, and effective communicators.

Caring for Those Who Care: Benefits for a Banfield Veterinary Assistant

We support your personal wellness and professional development with a wide range of perks, including health, wellness, and pet care benefits.

Benefits include:

• 401(k) participation, paid time off, and Optimum Wellness Plans for your pets
• Medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance (eligibility-dependent)
• Performance development, continuing education, networking, and community engagement opportunities

Start your Banfield Career as a Veterinary Assistant

Learn more about the impact you can make and how we support our team’s wellness and growth. Apply today!

We are a drug-free, smoke-free, equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and promote an inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, veteran status, or disability.

Pay Range

$19.99 - $25.54 Hourly (dependent on experience, skills, education, and location)