Veterinary Assistant - 000309

Banfield Pet Hospital; Sugar Land (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading veterinary team as a Veterinary Assistant, where you'll advocate for pets and educate clients. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to support veterinarians, ensuring quality care and comfort for pets and their owners. With a focus on personal and professional development, you will thrive in a supportive environment dedicated to pet healthcare.

Benefits

Personal Health, Savings, and Wellness Benefits

401(k) participation

Paid time off

Optimum Wellness Plans for your pets

Medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance

Qualifications

• Must perform skills of NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant programs efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Maintain flow of patients and communicate with the veterinarian.
• Educate clients about Optimum Wellness Plans.
• Mentor other hospital team members.

Skills

Customer Focused

Effective Communicators

Good Listeners

Action Oriented

Education

Certificate from NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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 healthcare 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.

A Day in the Life of a Banfield Veterinary Assistant

The Vet Assistant provides professional, efficient, and exceptional service at all times, ensuring that clients and pets are comfortable in the hospital. Responsibilities include:

• 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 are looking for Vet Assistants who are dedicated, positive, and guided by our Five Principles — Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency, and Freedom. Our Vet Assistants are:

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

Benefits for a Banfield Veterinary Assistant

We support your personal wellness and professional development with a wide range of perks and programs, including:

• Personal Health, Savings, and Wellness Benefits
• 401(k) participation
• Paid time off
• Optimum Wellness Plans for your pets
• Medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance (based on eligibility)

Potential as Big as Your Passion

Whether you are a new Vet Assistant, experienced, or changing careers, we support your growth through:

• Performance development plans
• Relevant learning opportunities
• Networking events
• Community service opportunities

A Support Structure That Helps You Thrive

Our leadership structure includes support from corporate headquarters, the field, and hospital levels, creating a team dedicated to making a positive impact on pet healthcare in hospitals, communities, and the veterinary field.

Start your Banfield Career as a Veterinary Assistant

Learn more about the impact you can make as part of our network of locations serving pet lovers nationwide, guided by dedicated teams inside our headquarters.