Veterinary Assistant - 002066

A Caring Doctor (Texas), P.C.; United States; On-site; USD 22,027 - 28,158; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) participation and Roth retirement options

Paid time off and holidays

Medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance

Continuing education allowance and professional development programs

Job summary

Join VCA Inc. as a Veterinary Assistant, essential to supporting our veterinarians and ensuring the safety and well-being of pets. Your role involves assisting in treating animals, maintaining cleanliness, and advocating for preventive pet care.

Ideal candidates will have a NAVTA-approved certification or equivalent experience, a high school diploma is preferred, and strong communication skills are essential. The position offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Completion of a NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program or equivalent experience is required.
• Strong customer service and communication skills necessary.
• Must maintain a positive attitude and align with Banfield's principles.

Responsibilities

• Maintain flow of patients and support veterinarians and techs.
• Set up non-technical procedures as needed.
• Educate clients on pet preventive care.

Skills

Customer focus

Effective communication skills

Ability to perform NAVTA-required skills

Education

Certificate of completion from a NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Job description

Veterinary Assistant

The Veterinary Assistant is a key member of the Banfield 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. The role involves evaluating and helping to treat animals, maintaining a clean and safe environment, and educating clients about pet preventive care.

Responsibilities

• Help maintain the flow of patients
• Communicate with the veterinarian and vet techs
• Carry out or set up procedures that do not require veterinarian or vet tech assistance
• Adhere to hospital standards that keep pets safe, and keep treatment areas, exam rooms and labs clean and organized
• Educate clients about Optimum Wellness Plans and the importance of preventive care
• Mentor other members of the hospital team

Qualifications

• 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
• Ability to perform all required skills of NAVTA‑approved veterinary assistant programs at a level that aids in the efficiency of the practice
• Positive attitude, strong customer focus, good listening and effective communication skills
• Action oriented, caring for those who care, and alignment with Banfield's Five Principles (Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency, Freedom)

Benefits

• 401(k) participation and Roth retirement options
• Paid time off and holidays
• Optimum Wellness Plans for pets (three free plans)
• Medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance (based on eligibility)
• Comprehensive employee wellness resources, including mental‑health coaching and counseling
• Commuter benefits and flexible spending accounts (FSA/HSA)
• Continuing education allowance and professional development programs
• Back‑up child and elder care, family support resources, fertility and family‑building support
• Identity protection and legal plan coverage
• Digital exercise therapy program and voluntary protection benefits
• Additional exclusive discounts on products and services

Compensation

Hourly rate: $15.99–$20.44, based on experience, skill level, education and location or applicable minimum wage laws.