Veterinary Assistant: Elevate Pet Care & Team Support

Banfield Pet Hospital; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 2,093,000 - 2,674,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Retirement Plans

Student Debt Relief

Paid Time Off

Mental Health Resources

Life Insurance

Disability Benefits

FSA

HSA

Parental Leave

Continuing Education

Back-Up Care

Fertility Support

Wellness Programs

Legal Plan

Identity Protection

Commuter Benefits

Pet Wellness Benefits

Job summary

Banfield Pet Hospital in Salt Lake City, UT seeks a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians, educate clients, and maintain a safe hospital environment. You will help with procedures, monitor hospitalized pets, and mentor other staff as needed.

The role emphasizes client communication, pet health advocacy, and adherence to hospital protocols, with a comprehensive benefits package and ongoing professional growth opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Act as the extra eyes, ears and hands for the veterinarian and veterinary technician to ensure the best quality pet care and to maximize productivity.
• Communicate with veterinarian, veterinary technicians and all other associates to maintain the flow of patients.
• Provide professional, efficient and exceptional service at all times, including preparing procedures and monitoring hospitalized or surgical pets as allowed by state acts.
• Educate clients about Optimum Wellness Plans, preventive care, pet health needs, hospital services and other issues.
• Obtain relevant information and history from clients and maintain proper medical charts.
• Ensure safety of pets, clients and staff by using safe restraining techniques and keeping treatment areas clean and organized.
• Assist with surgery as applicable.
• Utilize NAVTA-aligned skills and duties for veterinary assistants.
• Mentor other paraprofessionals in the hospital.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Team collaboration

Customer service

Communication

Leadership

Mentoring

Job description

Banfield Pet Hospital in Salt Lake City, UT seeks a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians, educate clients, and maintain a safe hospital environment. You will help with procedures, monitor hospitalized pets, and mentor other staff as needed.

The role emphasizes client communication, pet health advocacy, and adherence to hospital protocols, with a comprehensive benefits package and ongoing professional growth opportunities.