Veterinary Assistant - 000519

Banfield Pet Hospital; Cuyahoga Falls (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Veterinary Assistants to join their team. This rewarding role allows you to advocate for pet health while working closely with veterinarians and technicians. You'll be responsible for maintaining patient flow, educating clients, and ensuring a clean and safe environment for pets and clients alike. With access to various learning and development opportunities, you can advance your career while making a significant impact in the lives of pets and their owners. If you're passionate about animal care and customer service, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

401(k) participation

Paid time off

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Qualifications

• Completion of a NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program or equivalent.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain patient flow and communicate with veterinarians and techs.
• Educate clients about wellness plans and preventive care.

Skills

Veterinary Assistance Skills

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program

High school diploma

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. 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. If your goal is to advance your career, you'll have access to various learning and development opportunities.

Job Description 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 staff, and maintaining quality veterinary care.

Preferred Education/Licenses:

• Certificate of completion from a NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program or equivalent education, training, and experience that provide the necessary skills and knowledge.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Preferred Experience:

• Ability to perform all required skills of NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant programs to support practice efficiency.

A Day in the Life of a Banfield Veterinary Assistant

The Vet Assistant provides professional, efficient, and exceptional service, ensuring clients and pets are comfortable. Responsibilities include:

• Helping maintain patient flow
• Communicating with veterinarians and vet techs
• Carrying out or setting up procedures without veterinarian or tech assistance
• Adhering to hospital standards for safety and cleanliness
• Educating clients about Optimum Wellness Plans and preventive care
• Mentoring other team members

Commitment Beyond Qualifications

Every team member contributes to the veterinary team. We seek Vet Assistants who are dedicated, positive, and guided by our Five Principles — Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency, and Freedom. Ideal qualities include:

• Action-oriented
• Customer-focused
• Good listeners
• Effective communicators

Benefits for a Banfield Veterinary Assistant

We support your wellness and professional growth through a range of perks, including:

• 401(k) participation
• Paid time off
• Optimum Wellness Plans for pets
• Health, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance (eligibility dependent)

Potential as Big as Your Passion

Whether you're starting out, experienced, or changing careers, we support your development with:

• Performance development plans
• Learning opportunities
• Networking events
• Community engagement

A Support Structure That Helps You Thrive

Our leadership includes support from headquarters, field, and hospital levels, working together to impact pet healthcare positively.

Start your Banfield career as a Veterinary Assistant and make a difference in pet health care across our network of locations serving pet lovers nationwide.