Veterinary Assistant - 002133

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Veterinary Assistant, where your passion for pets meets a rewarding career. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with veterinarians and technicians, ensuring the highest quality of care for pets. You'll be involved in patient flow management, client education, and maintaining a safe environment for both pets and clients. With various learning and development opportunities, you can advance your career while making a meaningful impact on pet health care. Experience a supportive structure that promotes wellness and professional growth in a vibrant community.

Benefits

401(k) participation

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Optimum Wellness Plans for pets

Qualifications

• Completion of a NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program or equivalent.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and technicians in providing quality care.
• Educate clients on pet wellness and preventive care.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in treatment areas.

Skills

Veterinary Assistance Skills

Client Communication

Team Collaboration

Patient Care

Education

NAVTA-Approved Veterinary Assistant 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 skills required by NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant programs to aid in practice efficiency.

A Day in the Life of a Banfield Veterinary Assistant

The Vet Assistant provides professional, efficient, and exceptional service, ensuring client and pet comfort. 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 pet safety and cleanliness of treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs.
• Educating clients about Optimum Wellness Plans and preventive care.
• Mentoring other hospital team members.

Commitment Beyond Qualifications

We seek Vet Assistants who are dedicated, positive, and guided by our Five Principles: Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency, and Freedom. Ideal candidates are:

• Action-oriented
• Customer-focused
• Good listeners
• Effective communicators

Benefits for a Banfield Veterinary Assistant

We support your wellness and professional growth with a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• 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 plans, learning opportunities, networking events, and community engagement.

A Support Structure That Helps You Thrive

Our leadership structure includes support from corporate, field, and hospital levels, enabling us to make a meaningful impact on pet healthcare and community well-being.

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