Veterinary Assistant: Compassionate Clinic Support & Care

Banfield Pet Hospital; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Banfield Pet Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant in Salt Lake City to support veterinarians and technicians in delivering high-quality care for all pets. You will educate clients on preventive health and wellness plans, maintain clean and organized treatment areas, and assist with procedures within state guidelines.

The role emphasizes teamwork, strong communication, and the ability to balance clinical duties with client interactions.

Qualifications

• Supports veterinarians and veterinary technicians to ensure quality care.
• Educates clients on pet health and preventive care.
• Maintains safe, sterile and organized treatment areas, exam rooms and labs.

Responsibilities

• Live and exemplify the Five Principles of Mars, Inc. within self and team.
• Act as the extra eyes, ears and hands for the veterinarian and veterinary technician to ensure best quality care and maximize productivity.
• Communicate with veterinarians, technicians and all associates to maintain patient flow.
• Provide professional, efficient and exceptional service at all times, including procedures not requiring veterinarian assistance and prep work for other procedures.
• Educate clients about Optimum Wellness Plans, preventive care and hospital services.
• Obtain relevant information and history from clients and maintain medical charts.
• Ensure safety of pets, clients and associates by safe restraining techniques and clean treatment areas.
• Assist with surgery as applicable.
• Mentor other paraprofessionals in the hospital.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Action Oriented

Customer Focus

Listening

Peer Relationships

Personal Learning

Functional

Ensure medical quality

Effective communication

Drive for results

Functional Skills

Priority Setting

Job description

Banfield Pet Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant in Salt Lake City to support veterinarians and technicians in delivering high-quality care for all pets. You will educate clients on preventive health and wellness plans, maintain clean and organized treatment areas, and assist with procedures within state guidelines.

The role emphasizes teamwork, strong communication, and the ability to balance clinical duties with client interactions.