veterinary assistant

Medical Management International, Inc.; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) participation

Paid time off

Optimum Wellness Plans for pets

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

Banfield Pet Hospital is hiring a Veterinary Assistant in Oklahoma City. You will support veterinarians and technicians to ensure patient safety and high-quality care. This role emphasizes teamwork, client communication, and adherence to hospital standards.

The position offers opportunities to educate clients on preventive care and wellness plans, while maintaining a clean and organized hospital environment and mentoring colleagues.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Maintain the flow of patients.
• Communicate with veterinarian and vet techs.
• Set up procedures that do not require veterinary staff.
• Keep pets, treatment areas and labs clean and organized.
• Educate clients about Optimum Wellness Plans and preventive care.
• Mentor other hospital team members.

Skills

NAVTA-educated

Strong communication

Education

NAVTA-certified veterinary assistant program

High school diploma preferred

Job description

Veterinary Assistant Careers at Banfield Pet Hospital

Job 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.

A Day in the Life of a Banfield Veterinary Assistant

• 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

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.

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

Benefits for a Banfield Veterinary Assistant

Personal Health, Savings, and Wellness Benefits

• All Vet Assistants receive a generous benefits package including 401(k) participation, paid time off and Optimum Wellness Plans for your pets.
• Medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance offered to associates based on eligibility.

Career Growth and Support

Potential as Big as Your Passion

• Performance development plans designed to help you reach your established career goals
• Relevant learning opportunities
• Networking events
• Ways to offer your skills to your community

A Support Structure That Helps You Thrive

• One-of-a-kind leadership structure throughout our practice that includes support from corporate headquarters, the field and hospital level.

Start your Banfield career as a Veterinary Assistant

Learn more about the impact you can make as part of a Banfield hospital team and see how we support the wellness of our people and profession.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Generous Retirement Plans (401(k) and Roth)
• Best-in-Class Student Debt Relief Program (for Full-Time DVMs)
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Top-Tier Mental Health and Wellbeing Resources
• Associate Life Insurance (company-paid) & Supplemental Life Insurance
• Company-Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid Parental Leave
• 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

Equal Opportunity and Diversity Statement

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 and expression, 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 believe that embracing inclusion and diversity enables us to live our Purpose: A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS.

Pay Range

The pay range for this role is $15.00 - $18.39 Hourly. The pay range listed reflects a general hiring range for the area, with the specific rate determined based on the candidate’s experience, skill level, and education, and may vary depending on location or applicable minimum wage laws.