Veterinary Assistant

Medical Management International, Inc.; Crafton (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

FSA/HSA

Continuing Education

Job summary

Banfield Pet Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians, help manage patient flow, and maintain safe, clean exam rooms and labs. You will educate clients about preventive care and wellness plans while ensuring high-quality veterinary services.

The role requires completion of a NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program (or equivalent) and a high school diploma is preferred. You will mentor junior staff and support a collaborative hospital team.

Qualifications

• NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program or equivalent education/experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Help maintain the flow of patients.
• Communicate with the veterinarian and vet techs.
• Carry out procedures that do not require veterinarian or vet tech assistance.
• Adhere to hospital standards to keep pets safe and areas clean and organized.
• Educate clients about Optimum Wellness Plans and preventive care.
• Mentor other hospital team members.

Skills

Navta-VA program

Communication

Teamwork

Education

NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program certificate

High school diploma preferred

Job description

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.

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

Key Qualities (Commitment Beyond Qualifications)

• Action Oriented
• Customer Focused
• Good Listeners
• Effective Communicators

Benefits

• Personal Health, Savings, and Wellness Benefits: 401(k) participation, paid time off, Optimum Wellness Plans for your pets, medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance based on eligibility.
• Professional Growth: Performance development plans, relevant learning opportunities, networking events, ways to offer your skills to your community.
• Generous retirement plans (401(k) and Roth) with company match.
• Student Debt Relief Program (for Full-Time DVMs).
• Paid Time Off and Holidays.
• Mental Health and Wellbeing Resources: 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) and Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Paid Parental Leave for birth and adoption.
• Continuing Education Allowance (for Eligible Positions).
• Back-Up Child and Elder Care & Family Support Resources.
• Fertility and Family Building Support.
• Digital Exercise Therapy.
• 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; Part-time Associates are eligible for those benefits with an asterisk (*).

Pay Range

The pay range for this role is $15.19 - $19.41 hourly. The specific rate is determined based on the candidate’s experience, skill level, education, and may vary by location or applicable minimum wage laws.

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. 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, 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.