Veterinary Assistant: Grow, Lead, Care for Pets

Banfield Pet Hospital; Encinitas (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Disability Insurance

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Banfield Pet Hospital is hiring a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians in delivering quality preventive care. The role emphasizes client education, patient flow, and adherence to hospital standards across treatment areas.

Benefits are extensive, including medical, dental, vision coverage, and a 401(k) plan. The pay range for this position is $17.60–$22.49 per hour, with eligibility for paid time off and other perks.

Qualifications

• Certificate of completion from a NAVTA-approved Veterinary Assistant program or the equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required
• Must be able to perform all required skills of NAVTA-approved Veterinary Assistant programs at a level that aids in the efficiency of the practice.

Responsibilities

• Supports and assists the Veterinarians and Veterinary Technicians, ensuring the safety of pets, clients, and other Associates, and the continuity of quality veterinary care.
• 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 the importance of preventive care
• Mentoring other members of the hospital team

Education

NAVTA‑certified Veterinary Assistant program

Job description

Banfield Pet Hospital is hiring a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians in delivering quality preventive care. The role emphasizes client education, patient flow, and adherence to hospital standards across treatment areas.

Benefits are extensive, including medical, dental, vision coverage, and a 401(k) plan. The pay range for this position is $17.60–$22.49 per hour, with eligibility for paid time off and other perks.