Veterinary Assistant - 005231

Banfield Pet Hospital; Glastonbury (CT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in pet healthcare seeks a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians. The role involves maintaining quality care, educating clients, and ensuring a safe environment for pets and staff. With various learning opportunities and benefits, this position is ideal for those passionate about animal care.

Benefits

401(k)

Paid time off

Pet wellness plans

Health insurance

Qualifications

• Ability to perform all required skills of NAVTA-approved programs.
• Dedication and positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Help maintain patient flow.
• Educate clients about wellness plans and preventive care.
• Keep treatment areas clean and organized.

Skills

Communication

Customer-focused

Listening

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Completion of NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program

Job description

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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 pet health. If your goal is career advancement, you'll have access to various learning and development opportunities.

Job Description Summary: The Veterinary Assistant supports veterinarians and veterinary technicians, ensuring the safety of pets, clients, and staff, and maintaining quality veterinary care.

Preferred Education/Licenses: Completion of a NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program or equivalent education, training, and experience. High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Preferred Experience: Ability to perform all required skills of NAVTA-approved programs to aid practice efficiency.

Description - External

A Day in the Life of a Banfield Veterinary Assistant

Responsibilities:

• Help maintain patient flow
• Communicate with veterinarians and vet techs
• Carry out procedures that do not require vet assistance
• Keep treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs clean and organized
• Educate clients about wellness plans and preventive care
• Mentor other hospital team members

Commitment Beyond Qualifications: Dedication, positive attitude, and alignment with our Five Principles—Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency, and Freedom. Key traits include being action-oriented, customer-focused, a good listener, and an effective communicator.

Caring for Those Who Care: Benefits for a Banfield Veterinary Assistant

We support your wellness and professional growth with benefits including 401(k), paid time off, pet wellness plans, and health insurance.

Potential as Big as Your Passion: We support all levels of experience with development plans, learning opportunities, networking, and community engagement.

A Support Structure That Helps You Thrive: Our leadership includes support from corporate, field, and hospital levels, making a real impact on pet health care.

Start your Banfield Career as a Veterinary Assistant: Learn more about your impact and our support for your wellness and professional growth. Apply today!

We are a drug-free, smoke-free, equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, veteran status, or disability.

Pay Range: $17.60 - $22.49 Hourly. The specific rate depends on experience, skills, education, and location.