Veterinary Assistant — Grow in Pet Care & Client Education

Banfield Pet Hospital; Glastonbury (CT); On-site; USD 24,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) and Roth Retirement Plans

Paid Time Off

Optimum Wellness Plans for pets

Disability and Life Insurance

Job summary

Banfield Pet Hospital in Glastonbury, CT is seeking a Veterinary Assistant who will support veterinarians and veterinary technicians to ensure safe, high-quality care for pets and confidence for clients.

You will perform NAVTA-aligned assistant duties, educate clients about wellness plans, and mentor teammates while maintaining clean, safe treatment areas and collaborating with the hospital team to keep patient flow steady.

Qualifications

• Certificate from NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program or equivalent.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must be able to perform NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program skills.

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 our Optimum Wellness Plans and preventive care
• Mentoring other members of the hospital team

Skills

NAVTA guidelines

Patient care

Client education

Education

NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program certificate

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Banfield Pet Hospital in Glastonbury, CT is seeking a Veterinary Assistant who will support veterinarians and veterinary technicians to ensure safe, high-quality care for pets and confidence for clients.

You will perform NAVTA-aligned assistant duties, educate clients about wellness plans, and mentor teammates while maintaining clean, safe treatment areas and collaborating with the hospital team to keep patient flow steady.