Veterinary Assistant

Banfield Pet Hospital; North Haven (CT); On-site; USD 22,041 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance (basic) & Supplemental

Short/Long Term Disability (company)

Flexible Spending Accounts

401(k) with match

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Continuing Education allowance

Free Optimum Wellness Plans for pets

Job summary

Banfield Pet Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians, help maintain patient flow, and educate clients on preventive care. The role offers learning and development opportunities and a collaborative hospital environment.

The successful candidate will have NAVTA-approved training (or equivalent) and a preferred high school diploma, with strong communication and teamwork skills to assist in daily operations and client education.

Qualifications

• Certificate of completion from 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.

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

Education

NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program

Job description

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Veterinary Assistant Careers at Banfield Pet Hospital

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.

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

Every associate including the Vet Assistant has an important contribution to make to the veterinary team. We’re looking for Vet Assistants who are dedicated to their work, have a positive attitude and use our Five Principles – Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom – as their guide. In addition, our Vet Assistants are:

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

Benefits

Pay Range for this role is $15.99-25.57/hour. Specific pay rates are dependent on experience, skill level, and education of the candidate, as well as geographic location. Pay rates for salaried positions may differ based on schedule worked.

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Basic Life (company paid) & Supplemental Life
• Short and Long Term Disability (company paid)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter Benefits
• Legal Plan
• Health Savings Account with company funding
• 401(k) with generous company match
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Student Debt Program (for FT DVMs)
• Continuing Education allowance for eligible positions
• Free Optimum Wellness Plans for your pets’ preventive and general care

Benefits eligibility is based on employment status. FT associates are eligible for all benefit programs (Student Debt Program available for FT DVMs only); PT associates are eligible for those benefits highlighted with an asterisk.

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. WE ARE A DRUG-FREE, SMOKE-FREE, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.