Veterinary Assistant - 001043

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

Job summary

Banfield Pet Hospital is hiring a Veterinary Assistant who will play a vital role in providing quality pet care. This position involves assisting veterinarians, communicating with clients, and ensuring safety and operational efficiency. Ideal candidates are passionate about pet health and committed to professional growth with benefits including 401(k), paid time off, and insurance options.

Benefits

401(k) participation

Paid time off

Medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance

Optimum Wellness Plans for pets

Qualifications

• Ability to perform skills of NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant programs.
• Dedicated, positive, and aligned with company principles.
• Mentoring skills to assist team members.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining the flow of patients.
• Communicating with veterinarians and vet techs.
• Educating clients about wellness plans and preventive care.

Skills

Communication

Customer-focused

Action-oriented

Education

Completion of a 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. Working closely with other pet health care 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: Completion of a NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program or equivalent education, training, and experience. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

Preferred Experience: Ability to perform all skills of NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant programs to aid practice efficiency.

A Day in the Life of a Banfield Veterinary Assistant: Providing professional, efficient, and exceptional service, ensuring clients and pets are comfortable. Responsibilities include:

• Helping maintain the flow of patients
• Communicating with veterinarians and vet techs
• Carrying out or setting up procedures that do not require veterinarian or vet tech assistance
• Adhering to hospital standards for safety and cleanliness
• Educating clients about wellness plans and preventive care
• Mentoring other hospital team members

Commitment Beyond Qualifications: We seek Vet Assistants who are dedicated, positive, and aligned with our Five Principles: Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency, and Freedom. Ideal traits include being action-oriented, customer-focused, a good listener, and an effective communicator.

Benefits for a Banfield Veterinary Assistant: We support your wellness and professional growth with benefits such as:

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

Potential as Big as Your Passion: Whether you're new or experienced, we support your growth through performance development, learning opportunities, networking events, and community involvement.

A Support Structure That Helps You Thrive: Our leadership includes support from corporate, field, and hospital levels, all dedicated to making a positive impact on pet healthcare and communities.

Start your Banfield career as a Veterinary Assistant and make a difference in pet health care.