Veterinary Assistant — Caring Team, Growth & Benefits

MARS Veterinary; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) participation

Paid time off

Optimum Wellness Plans for pets

Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Job summary

Banfield is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians, ensuring patient safety and high-quality care. You will work daily within NAVTA guidelines and state practice acts, assisting with patient flow and client communication.

You will also educate clients on preventive care and wellness plans while mentoring team members and upholding hospital standards in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of NAVTA guidelines and state practice acts.
• Ability to maintain hospital safety, cleanliness and organization.
• Strong communication with veterinarians and vet techs.

Responsibilities

• Help maintain the flow of patients.
• Communicate with the veterinarian and vet techs.
• Set up or carry out procedures not requiring veterinarian/vet tech involvement.
• Adhere to hospital standards for pet safety and clean exam rooms and labs.
• Educate clients about Optimum Wellness Plans and preventive care.
• Mentor other members of the hospital team.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Mentoring

Customer Service

Job description

Banfield is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians, ensuring patient safety and high-quality care. You will work daily within NAVTA guidelines and state practice acts, assisting with patient flow and client communication.

You will also educate clients on preventive care and wellness plans while mentoring team members and upholding hospital standards in a fast-paced environment.