Veterinary Assistant - 005228

Banfield Pet Hospital; Boynton Beach (FL); On-site; USD 22,027 - 28,158; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Generous Retirement Plans (401(k) and Roth)

Student Debt Relief Program

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Top‑Tier Mental Health and Wellbeing Resources

Life Insurance coverage

Short‑ and Long‑Term Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Paid Parental Leave

Continuing Education Allowance

Back‑Up Child and Elder Care

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

Job summary

Banfield Pet Hospital is looking for a Veterinary Assistant in Boynton Beach, Florida. This key role involves supporting veterinarians and ensuring quality care for pets and clients. Competitive hourly pay ranges from $15.99 to $20.44 depending on experience and education.

Full-time Associates enjoy robust benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and continuous education opportunities. Join us in making a difference in pet care!

Qualifications

• Required knowledge, skills, and abilities from education, training, and experience.

Responsibilities

• Support and assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians.
• Ensure safety of pets, clients, and associates.

Education

Certificate of completion from a NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program

Job description

Job 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.

Pay Range

$15.99 - $20.44 hourly (varies by experience, skill level, education, location or applicable minimum wage laws).

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.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Enjoy peace of mind knowing your health and wellness are our top priorities.
• Generous Retirement Plans (401(k) and Roth): Invest in your future and enjoy a generous company match to help you build a secure financial future.*
• Best-in-Class Student Debt Relief Program (for Full‑Time DVMs): We are committed to supporting veterinarians and addressing student debt.
• Paid Time Off and Holidays: Take a break, recharge your wellbeing, and celebrate days of personal significance with paid time off and holidays.*
• Top‑Tier Mental Health and Wellbeing Resources: Access industry‑leading resources, including free coaching and counseling sessions, to support overall wellbeing and help you thrive.*
• Associate Life Insurance (company‑paid) & Supplemental Life Insurance: Protect loved ones with company‑paid life insurance and optional additional coverage.*
• Company‑Paid Short‑ and Long‑Term Disability: Financial protection if you face a temporary or long‑term disability.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Save on healthcare and dependent care expenses by setting aside pre‑tax money.
• Health Savings Account (HSA): Maximize healthcare dollars with a tax‑advantaged HSA to pay for medical expenses with pre‑tax funds.
• Paid Parental Leave: Support growing families with paid parental leave for birth and adoption, giving time to bond with new family addition.
• Continuing Education Allowance (for Eligible Positions): Financial assistance to pursue continuing education opportunities.*
• Back‑Up Child and Elder Care & Family Support Resources: Help keep things running smoothly during unpredictable moments.*
• Fertility and Family Building Support: Comprehensive support for fertility treatments and family‑building options.
• Digital Exercise Therapy: Stay active and healthy with a digital exercise therapy program designed to fit a busy lifestyle.
• Voluntary Protection Benefits: Coverage you can purchase for hospital stays, critical illness, and accidents.*
• Legal Plan: Affordable and accessible legal plan covering a wide range of legal needs.*
• Identity Protection: Safeguard personal information with alerts for suspicious activity and support if information is stolen.*
• Commuter Benefits: Convenient and cost‑effective daily journey benefits.*
• Three Free Optimum Wellness Plans for Pets: Ensure pets receive preventive and general care.*
• Exclusive Discounts: Savings on products and services to make life more affordable and enjoyable.*

Benefits eligibility is based on employment status. Full‑time (FT) Associates are eligible for all benefit programs (Student Debt Program available for FT DVMs only); Part‑time Associates are eligible for those benefits with an asterisk (*).