Veterinary Assistant: Grow Skills, Care & Team Impact

Marsveterinary; Danvers (MA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) participation

Paid time off

Optimum Wellness Plans for pets

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Job summary

Banfield Pet Hospital seeks a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians, ensuring pet safety and quality care. A NAVTA-approved program certificate or equivalent experience is required, with a high school diploma preferred.

Responsibilities include maintaining patient flow, communicating with vets and techs, and educating clients on preventive care and wellness plans. We offer a supportive, team-driven environment with opportunities for growth within Banfield.

Qualifications

• Certificate of completion from a NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
• 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 our Optimum Wellness Plans® and the importance of preventive care
• Mentoring other members of the hospital team

Education

Certificate from NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Job description

Banfield Pet Hospital seeks a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians, ensuring pet safety and quality care. A NAVTA-approved program certificate or equivalent experience is required, with a high school diploma preferred.

Responsibilities include maintaining patient flow, communicating with vets and techs, and educating clients on preventive care and wellness plans. We offer a supportive, team-driven environment with opportunities for growth within Banfield.