Veterinary Assistant - 001259

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

Job summary

Join a leading pet healthcare provider as a Veterinary Assistant, where you'll support veterinarians and technicians in delivering quality care. You'll engage with clients, ensure pet safety, and contribute to a positive hospital environment. With a focus on professional growth, you'll have access to training and development opportunities while enjoying a range of benefits including medical and dental insurance, 401(k), and paid time off.

Benefits

401(k)

Paid time off

Wellness plans for pets

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Qualifications

• Ability to perform all required skills of NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant programs.
• Dedicated to work and guided by principles of quality and responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional service to ensure client and pet comfort.
• Communicate with veterinarians and vet techs.
• Educate clients about wellness plans and preventive care.

Skills

Customer-focused

Effective communication

Technical skills

Education

Certificate from NAVTA-approved 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 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 in 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:

• Providing professional, efficient, and exceptional service to ensure client and pet comfort.
• Using technical skills daily within state practice acts and NAVTA guidelines.
• Helping maintain the flow of patients.
• Communicating with veterinarians and vet techs.
• Carrying out or setting up procedures not requiring veterinarian or vet tech assistance.
• Adhering to hospital standards for pet safety and cleanliness.
• Educating clients about Optimum Wellness Plans and preventive care.
• Mentoring other hospital team members.

Commitment Beyond Qualifications:

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

Benefits for a Banfield Veterinary Assistant:

We support your wellness and professional growth with benefits including 401(k), paid time off, wellness plans for pets, medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance (eligibility dependent).

Potential as Big as Your Passion:

Whether you're new, experienced, or changing careers, we support your growth through performance plans, learning opportunities, networking events, and community service.

A Support Structure That Helps You Thrive:

Our leadership structure includes support from corporate, field, and hospital levels, making a real impact on pet healthcare locally and nationally.

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