Veterinary Assistant - 000532

CareerArc; Parma (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading pet healthcare provider as a Veterinary Assistant in Parma, OH. You'll work closely with veterinarians to ensure exceptional care for pets and support their health. This role offers opportunities for professional growth and development in a team-oriented environment. Ideal candidates are caring, communicative, and dedicated to pet wellness. Enjoy comprehensive benefits including medical insurance and 401(k) participation.

Benefits

401(k) participation

Paid time off

Pet Wellness Plans

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Qualifications

• Ability to perform skills from NAVTA-approved programs.
• Dedicated, positive attitude, and effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Maintain flow of patients and communicate with veterinarians.
• Educate clients about wellness plans and preventive care.
• Adhere to hospital standards for safety and cleanliness.

Skills

Communication

Customer Focus

Teamwork

Education

Certificate of completion from a NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program

High school diploma

Job description

Veterinary Assistant - 000532 Job Listing at Banfield Pet Hospital in Parma, OH (Job ID R-205293)

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 the quality of veterinary care.

Preferred Education/Licenses

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

Preferred Experience

Ability to perform all required skills of NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant programs to aid in 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:

1. Helping maintain the flow of patients.
2. Communicating with veterinarians and vet techs.
3. Carrying out or setting up procedures that do not require veterinarian or vet tech assistance.
4. Adhering to hospital standards for pet safety and cleanliness.
5. Educating clients about Optimum Wellness Plans and preventive care.
6. Mentoring team members.

Commitment Beyond Qualifications

We seek Vet Assistants dedicated to their work, with a positive attitude, guided by our Five Principles: Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency, and Freedom. Ideal candidates are action-oriented, customer-focused, good listeners, effective communicators, and caring professionals.

Benefits for a Banfield Veterinary Assistant

We support your wellness and professional growth with benefits including:

• 401(k) participation, paid time off, and Pet Wellness Plans.
• Medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance (eligibility dependent).
• Professional development opportunities, networking events, and community engagement.

Support Structure

Our leadership structure includes support from corporate headquarters, field, and hospital levels, fostering a team environment dedicated to pet healthcare impact.

Start Your Career

Learn more about the impact you can make as a Veterinary Assistant at Banfield Pet Hospital.