Veterinary Assistant

A Caring Doctor (North Carolina), P.C.; Wesley Chapel (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) participation

Paid time off

Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Student debt relief program

Job summary

VCA Inc. in Wesley Chapel, Florida is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Assistant. This role is essential in supporting veterinarians and technicians, ensuring safe and effective care for pets and clients.

The ideal candidate will have a NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program certification and a passion for enhancing pet health and wellness. Benefits include a 401(k), comprehensive insurance, and numerous wellness resources.

Qualifications

• Certificate of completion from a NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program preferred.
• Must be able to perform skills required by NAVTA-approved programs efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians and veterinary technicians in delivering quality care.
• Help maintain the flow of patients.
• Educate clients about preventive care.

Skills

Delivery of quality care

Effective communication

Customer focus

Listening skills

Education

Certificate from NAVTA-approved program

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Job Summary

Veterinary Assistant Careers at Banfield Pet Hospital. 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.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians and veterinary technicians in delivering quality care.
• Help maintain the flow of patients.
• Communicate with the veterinarian and vet techs.
• Carry out or set up procedures that do not require veterinarian or vet tech assistance.
• Adhere to hospital standards that keep pets safe, and maintain cleanliness and organization in treatment areas, exam rooms and labs.
• Educate clients about Optimum Wellness Plans® and the importance of preventive care.
• Mentor other members of the hospital team.
• Demonstrate action orientation, customer focus, listening skills, effective communication, and caring for those who care.

Qualifications / Preferred Education & Experience

• Certificate of completion from a NAVTA‑approved veterinary assistant program or the equivalent combination of 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 in the efficiency of the practice.

Benefits

• 401(k) participation.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Optimum Wellness Plans for pets.
• Medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance based on eligibility.
• Performance development plans, relevant learning opportunities, networking events, and community outreach opportunities.
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Generous retirement plans (401(k) and Roth) with company match.
• Student debt relief program for full‑time DVMs.
• Top‑tier mental health and wellbeing resources, including free coaching and counseling sessions.
• Associate life insurance (company‑paid) and optional supplemental life insurance.
• Short‑ and long‑term disability coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA).
• Paid parental leave for birth and adoption.
• Continuing education allowance for eligible positions.
• Back‑up child and elder care and family support resources.
• Fertility and family‑building support.
• Digital exercise therapy program.
• Voluntary protection benefits.
• Legal plan covering a wide range of legal needs.
• Identity protection services.
• Commuter benefits.
• Three free Optimum Wellness Plans for pets.
• Exclusive discounts on products and services.

About Us

Banfield is a community of caring people marked by a diversity of thought, background and approach. Together, we’re bonded by a commitment to our purpose: A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS. Our pledge is to create an inclusive environment where associates can be themselves, so that we can find value in our differences, and we know that’s best achieved by upholding the health and well‑being of our associates.