Veterinary Assistant - 001893

Banfield Pet Hospital; Rocky Mount (NC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Banfield Pet Hospital recherche un Assistant Vétérinaire passionné par le bien-être animal. Vous jouerez un rôle essentiel au sein de l'équipe en soutenant les vétérinaires et en assurant des soins de qualité. Le poste inclut des opportunités de développement personnel et professionnel avec des avantages compétitifs.

Benefits

Assurance santé, dentaire et vision

Congés payés et vacances

Éducation continue

Plans de santé pour animaux

Programme de retraite 401(k) avec correspondance

Qualifications

• Certificat d'achèvement d'un programme vétérinaire accrédité par NAVTA.
• Diplôme de lycée ou équivalent préféré.
• Capacité à exécuter les compétences requises par le programme NAVTA.

Responsibilities

• Aider à maintenir le flux des patients.
• Communiquer avec le vétérinaire et les techniciens vétérinaires.
• Éduquer les clients sur les plans de bien-être optimum.

Skills

Communication

Écoute

Orientation client

Travail d'équipe

Education

Diplôme de lycée ou équivalent

Certificat d’un programme vétérinaire accrédité NAVTA

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. While 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. In addition, if your goal is to advance in your career, you'll have access to a variety of learning and development opportunities along the way.

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.

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.

A Day in the Life of a Banfield Veterinary Assistant

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 daily, within state practice acts and as outlined in the NAVTA guidelines for veterinary assistant skills and duties. Other responsibilities include:

1. Helping maintain the flow of patients
2. Communicating with the veterinarian and vet techs
3. Carrying out or setting up procedures that do not require veterinarian or vet tech assistance
4. Adhering to hospital standards that keep pets safe, and the treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs clean and organized
5. Educating clients about our Optimum Wellness Plans and the importance of preventive care
6. Mentoring other members of the hospital team

Commitment Beyond Qualifications

Every associate including the Vet Assistant has an important contribution to make to the veterinary team. We're looking for Vet Assistants who are dedicated to their work, have a positive attitude, and use our Five Principles — Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency, and Freedom — as their guide. In addition, our Vet Assistants are:

• Action Oriented
• Customer Focused
• Good Listeners
• Effective Communicators

Benefits for a Banfield Veterinary Assistant

When it comes to benefits, we support your personal wellness and professional development. We offer a wide range of perks and programs that help you take care of yourself and your family — including your pets. The pay range for this role is $13.81-23.35/hour, depending on experience, skill level, education, and geographic location. Salaried positions may have different pay rates based on schedule worked.

Banfield offers an industry-competitive benefits package, including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Basic Life (company paid) & Supplemental Life
• Short and Long Term Disability (company paid)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter Benefits
• Legal Plan
• Health Savings Account with company funding
• 401(k) with generous company match
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Student Debt Program (for FT DVMs)
• Continuing Education allowance for eligible positions
• Free Optimum Wellness Plans for your pets' preventive and general care

Benefits eligibility is based on employment status. FT associates are eligible for all benefits.

We’re more than just a hospital. We’re an entire network of locations, serving pet lovers around the country — guided by dedicated teams inside our headquarters.