Veterinary Assistant - 000460

A Caring Doctor (Minnesota), P.A.; Minnesota; On-site; USD 23,129 - 29,563; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) participation

Paid time off

Medical, vision, dental insurance

Performance development plans

Networking events

Job summary

VCA Inc. is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to ensure the safety of pets and provide quality veterinary care. Responsibilities include assisting vets, maintaining patient flow, and educating clients on preventive care.

The ideal candidate will have a certificate from a NAVTA-approved program and strong communication skills. Benefits include 401(k) participation, paid time off, and medical insurance.

Qualifications

• Must perform all skills of NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant programs.
• Ability to educate clients on preventive care.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining the flow of patients.
• Communicating with the veterinarian and vet techs.
• Setting up procedures that do not require vet assistance.
• Keeping treatment areas and exam rooms clean.
• Educating clients about Optimum Wellness Plans.
• Mentoring other hospital team members.
• Providing professional service to clients and pets.

Skills

Patient flow management

Client education

Communication with vets and techs

Organizational skills

Education

Certificate from NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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
• Performing professional, efficient and exceptional service at all times, making sure clients and pets are comfortable in the hospital

Commitment Beyond Qualifications

Vet Assistants are dedicated to their work, have a positive attitude, and use the Five Principles—Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency, and Freedom—as their guide. They are action oriented, customer focused, good listeners, effective communicators, and caring for those who care.

Benefits

• 401(k) participation
• Paid time off
• Optimum Wellness Plans for pets
• Medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance
• Performance development plans and relevant learning opportunities
• Networking events
• Support structure from Corporate headquarters, field and hospital level

Pay

The pay range for this role is $16.79 - $21.46 hourly. The specific rate is determined based on the candidate’s experience, skill level, and education, and may vary depending on location or applicable minimum wage laws.

EEO Statement

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.