Veterinary Assistant - 001333

A Caring Doctor (Minnesota), P.A.; West Chester (Chester County); On-site; USD 20,925 - 26,739; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) participation

Paid time off

Medical, vision, dental insurance

Paid parental leave

Continuing education allowance

Exclusive discounts on pet services

Job summary

VCA Inc. seeks a Veterinary Assistant at Banfield Pet Hospital in Chester County, PA. This role supports veterinarians and technicians, ensuring high-quality care for pets and comfort for clients. Responsibilities include maintaining patient flow, educating clients on wellness plans, and performing NAVTA skills. Candidates should have a NAVTA-approved certificate or equivalent experience. Full-time associates enjoy benefits like health insurance and retirement plans.

Your commitment to excellent service makes an impactful difference in the community.

Qualifications

• Must perform all required skills of NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant programs effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide efficient service and ensure client and pet comfort.
• Maintain the flow of patients and communicate with team members.
• Prepare for procedures that don't require immediate vet assistance.

Skills

Effective Communicator

Customer Focused

Good Listener

Action Oriented

Education

Certificate of completion from a NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Veterinary Assistant – Banfield Pet Hospital

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.

Responsibilities

The Vet Assistant provides professional, efficient and exceptional service at all times, making sure that clients and pets are comfortable in the hospital. You will use your technical skills on a daily basis, within state practice acts and as outlined in the NAVTA guidelines for veterinary assistant skills and duties. Other responsibilities include:

• 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

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.

Commitment Beyond Qualifications

• Action Oriented
• Customer Focused
• Good Listener
• Effective Communicator

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive range of benefits supporting personal wellness and professional development:

• 401(k) participation, paid time off, Optimum Wellness Plans for pets, medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance (based on eligibility)
• Performance development plans designed to help you reach your established career goals
• Relevant learning opportunities
• Networking events
• Ways to offer your skills to your community
• Support structure from corporate, field, and hospital levels
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Generous Retirement Plans (401(k) and Roth)
• Best-in-Class Student Debt Relief Program (for Full-Time DVMs)
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Top-Tier Mental Health and Wellbeing Resources
• Associate Life Insurance (company-paid) and supplemental life insurance
• Company-Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Continuing Education Allowance (for Eligible Positions)
• Back-Up Child and Elder Care & Family Support Resources
• Fertility and Family Building Support
• Digital Exercise Therapy
• Voluntary Protection Benefits
• Legal Plan
• Identity Protection
• Commuter Benefits
• Three Free Optimum Wellness Plans for Pets
• Exclusive Discounts

Benefits eligibility is based on employment status. Full-time (FT) Associates are eligible for all benefit programs; Part-time Associates are eligible for those benefits with an asterisk (*).

Compensation

Pay range: $15.19 – $19.41 per hour. The specific rate is based on candidate experience, skill level and education and may vary depending on location or applicable minimum wage laws.

About Us

Banfield is a community of caring people, diverse and inclusive, committed to a better world for pets.