Veterinary Assistant

MARS Veterinary; Tennessee; On-site; USD 20,664 - 25,334; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) participation with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Medical, vision, and dental insurance

Continuing education allowance

Fertility and family building support

Discounts on pet products and services

Job summary

VCA Inc. in Marysville is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and techs in providing quality care. Responsibilities include assisting with patient care, maintaining cleanliness, and educating clients on preventive care. The role requires a NAVTA-approved certificate or equivalent and offers various benefits.

Join our dedicated team to ensure the comfort of pets and clients while upholding VCA's commitment to quality and responsibility.

Qualifications

• Completion of a NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program or equivalent.
• Demonstrated ability to support practice efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians with patient care.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of clinic areas.
• Communicate with team about patient status.
• Set up procedures in compliance with NAVTA guidelines.
• Provide exceptional service to clients and pets.
• Educate clients on preventive care.

Skills

Customer focus

Communication skills

Listening skills

Ability to perform required skills

Education

Certificate from NAVTA-approved program or equivalent

High school diploma or equivalent (preferred)

Job description

Job Summary

The Veterinary Assistant is a key member of the hospital team who supports and assists veterinarians and veterinary technicians, ensuring the safety of pets, clients and associates, and the continuity of quality veterinary care.

Pay Range: $15.00 - $18.39 hourly.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians with patient care and procedural support.
• Maintain the flow of patients through the clinic and help keep examination rooms, labs, and treatment areas safe, clean, and organized.
• Communicate with veterinarians, vet techs, and other team members about patient status and procedural needs.
• Carry out or set up procedures that do not require veterinarian or vet tech assistance, following NAVTA guidelines and state practice acts.
• Provide professional, efficient, and exceptional service to clients and pets, ensuring comfort and quality of care.
• Educate clients about experience plans such as Optimum Wellness Plans and the importance of preventive care.
• Mentor and support other members of the hospital team.

Qualifications

• Certificate of completion from a NAVTA‑approved veterinary assistant program or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred).
• Demonstrated ability to perform all required skills of a NAVTA‑approved veterinary assistant program at a level that supports the efficiency of the practice.
• Positive attitude, customer focus, strong listening and communication skills, and commitment to the company’s Five Principles: Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency, and Freedom.

Benefits

• 401(k) participation with company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance; life and disability coverage.
• Optimum Wellness Plans for pets.
• Retirement plans (401(k) and Roth).
• Student debt relief program for eligible veterinary professionals.
• Paid parental leave (birth and adoption).
• Continuing education allowance.
• Backup child and elder care support.
• Fertility and family building support.
• Digital exercise therapy program.
• Legal plan and identity protection services.
• Commuter benefits.
• Discounts on pet products and services.

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 and expression, age, genetic information, veteran status, or disability status, in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local nondiscrimination laws.