Veterinary Assistant

A Caring Doctor (Texas), P.C.; Southlake (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) participation with companymatch

Paid time off and holidays

Medical, vision, dental, life, anddis%

Optimum Wellness Plans for pets

Continuing education allowance

Commuter benefits

FSA and HSA

Paid parental leave

Employee assistance programs andmental

Three free Optimum Wellness Plans for

Discounts on products and services

Family and child care support

Identity protection services

Workplace safety: drug‑free, smoke‑fee

Job summary

Banfield Pet Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians while ensuring the safety and well‑being of pets, clients, and staff. This role emphasizes teamwork and adherence to high hospital standards in a fast‑paced environment.

You will educate clients on preventive care and wellness plans, assist during exams, and help maintain clean, organized treatment areas. NAVTA‑trained candidates or those with equivalent education are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Certificate from NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program or equivalent education/experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to perform all required NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations and procedures.
• Help maintain the flow of patients and communication among staff.
• Carry out or set up procedures that do not require veterinarian or vet tech assistance.
• Adhere to hospital standards to keep pets safe and maintain clean, organized treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs.
• Educate clients about preventive care and the Optimum Wellness Plans.
• Mentor other members of the hospital team.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer focus

Education

NAVTA‑approved program certificate or equivalent training

High school diploma or equivalent

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 other associates, and the continuity of quality veterinary care.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations and procedures.
• Help maintain the flow of patients and communication among staff.
• Carry out or set up procedures that do not require veterinarian or vet tech assistance.
• Adhere to hospital standards to keep pets safe and maintain clean, organized treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs.
• Educate clients about preventive care and the Optimum Wellness Plans.
• Mentor other members of the hospital team.

Qualifications

• Certificate of completion from a NAVTA‑approved veterinary assistant program or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to perform all required skills of a NAVTA‑approved veterinary assistant program.
• Strong communication and customer‑focus skills.
• Positive attitude, action‑oriented, good listener, effective communicator, and caring for those who care.

Preferred Education

• Certificate from a NAVTA‑approved program or equivalent training.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Experience

• Experience performing skills outlined in NAVTA guidelines for veterinary assistants.

Commitment Beyond Qualifications

• Action Oriented
• Customer Focused
• Good Listener
• Effective Communicator
• Dedication to the Five Principles: Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency, and Freedom.

Benefits

• 401(k) participation with company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance.
• Optimum Wellness Plans for pets.
• Continuing education allowance for eligible positions.
• Commuter benefits.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Paid parental leave.
• Employee assistance programs and mental health resources.
• Three free Optimum Wellness Plans for pets.
• Discounts on products and services.
• Family and child care support resources.
• Identity protection services.
• Workplace safety: drug‑free, smoke‑free.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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. 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 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.