Veterinary Assistant

Medical Management International, Inc.; Illinois; On-site; USD 22,027 - 28,158; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) participation with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA)

Paid parental leave

Continuing education allowance for eligible positions

Legal, identity, commuter and other support benefits

Three free Optimum Wellness Plans for pets

Job summary

VCA Inc. in the United States is seeking a Veterinary Assistant responsible for supporting veterinarians and veterinary technicians while ensuring the safety of pets and clients. The role involves assisting with examinations, maintaining patient flow, and educating clients about preventive care.

Candidates should have a NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program certificate or equivalent experience. Benefits include medical insurance, paid time off, and continuing education allowances.

Qualifications

• Certificate of completion from a NAVTA‑approved veterinary assistant program or equivalent education, training and experience.
• 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 practice efficiency.
• Action‑oriented, customer‑focused, good listener, effective communicator, and caring for others.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians with examinations, procedures, and client interactions.
• Maintain patient flow and ensure the hospital is clean and organized.
• Carry out or set up procedures that do not require veterinarian or vet tech assistance.
• Adhere to hospital standards and state practice acts.
• Educate clients about preventive care and Banfield's Optimum Wellness Plans.
• Mentor other members of the hospital team.

Job description

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We are looking for a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and veterinary technicians while ensuring the safety of pets, clients and associates, and the continuity of quality veterinary care.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians with examinations, procedures and client interactions.
• Maintain patient flow and ensure the hospital is clean and organized.
• Carry out or set up procedures that do not require veterinarian or vet tech assistance.
• Adhere to hospital standards and state practice acts.
• Educate clients about preventive care and Banfield’s Optimum Wellness Plans.
• Mentor other members of the hospital team.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Certificate of completion from a NAVTA‑approved veterinary assistant program or equivalent education, training and experience.
• 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 practice efficiency.
• Action‑oriented, customer‑focused, good listener, effective communicator, and caring for others.

Benefits

• 401(k) participation with company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance.
• Optimum Wellness Plans for pets.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Paid parental leave.
• Continuing education allowance for eligible positions.
• Legal, identity, commuter and other support benefits.
• Three free Optimum Wellness Plans for pets.

Commitment & Culture

We’re dedicated to a culture of Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom. All Vet Assistants are expected to embody these values.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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, veteran or disability status. Banfield complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination. Yes, we are a drug‑free, smoke‑free workplace.

Pay Range

Hourly rate: $15.99 – $20.44 based on experience, skills and education.