Veterinary Assistant: Compassionate Pet Care & Team Support

Banfield Pet Hospital; Plymouth (MN); On-site; USD 48,143,000 - 61,481,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

HSA

Parental Leave

Continuing Education Allowance

Pet wellness plans for clients

Job summary

Banfield Pet Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians, ensuring safety and the continuity of high-quality care for pets. You’ll engage with clients, assist in procedures that don’t require a vet, and help keep the hospital clean and organized.

We offer NAVTA-aligned education pathways and opportunities for professional growth, along with a supportive team and robust wellness benefits for staff and their families.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Helping maintain the flow of patients
• Communicating with the veterinarian and vet techs
• Carrying out or setting up procedures that do not require veterinarian or vet tech assistance
• Adhering to hospital standards that keep pets safe, and the treatment areas, exam rooms and labs clean and organized
• Educating clients about Optimum Wellness Plans and preventive care
• Mentoring other hospital team members

Education

NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Job description

Banfield Pet Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians, ensuring safety and the continuity of high-quality care for pets. You’ll engage with clients, assist in procedures that don’t require a vet, and help keep the hospital clean and organized.

We offer NAVTA-aligned education pathways and opportunities for professional growth, along with a supportive team and robust wellness benefits for staff and their families.