Veterinary Assistant - Career Growth & Pet Wellness

Banfield Pet Hospital; Southern Pines (NC); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vis

Vision Insurance

401(k) and retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

Banfield Pet Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and veterinary technicians, ensuring patient safety and continuity of care. This role offers opportunities for learning and development as you advance in your career.

You will perform NAVTA-approved tasks and engage with clients about preventive care while working within our hospital standards to keep areas clean and pets safe. A NAVTA-certified program and a high school diploma are preferred prerequisites.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

NAVTA program

Education

NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Banfield Pet Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and veterinary technicians, ensuring patient safety and continuity of care. This role offers opportunities for learning and development as you advance in your career.

You will perform NAVTA-approved tasks and engage with clients about preventive care while working within our hospital standards to keep areas clean and pets safe. A NAVTA-certified program and a high school diploma are preferred prerequisites.