Veterinary Assistant

Banfield Pet Hospital; East Point (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Banfield Pet Hospital is looking for a Veterinary Assistant to provide exceptional service ensuring client and pet comfort. You'll use your technical skills daily while adhering to veterinary guidelines, maintaining flow in the hospital, and mentoring team members. If you're passionate about animal care and client education, apply today!

Qualifications

• Experience in a veterinary or animal care environment preferred.
• Ability to adhere to NAVTA guidelines for veterinary assistant skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain flow of patients in the hospital.
• Communicate with veterinarians and vet techs.
• Keep treatment areas clean and organized.
• Educate clients on wellness plans.

Skills

Client Communication

Technical skills

Organizational skills

Mentoring

Job description

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. Other 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 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