Veterinary Assistant — Grow Your Pet-Care Career

Medical Management International, Inc.; Chino (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Banfield Pet Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians, ensuring safe, high-quality care for pets and clients. The role emphasizes daily hands-on tasks, adherence to NAVTA guidelines, and collaboration within a busy hospital team.

You will contribute to preventive care education, maintain clean and safe clinical areas, and assist in various procedures while mentoring teammates and upholding Banfield’s standards.

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.
• Ability to perform all required skills of NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant programs at a level that aids in the efficiency of the practice.

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

Skills

Patient flow management

Team communication

Procedures setup

Pet safety

Client education

Education

NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program

High school diploma

Job description

Banfield Pet Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians, ensuring safe, high-quality care for pets and clients. The role emphasizes daily hands-on tasks, adherence to NAVTA guidelines, and collaboration within a busy hospital team.

You will contribute to preventive care education, maintain clean and safe clinical areas, and assist in various procedures while mentoring teammates and upholding Banfield’s standards.