Veterinary Assistant — Hands-On Care & Team Mentor

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

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vis

401(k) and Roth Retirement Plans

Student Debt Relief Program (for Full‑

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Job summary

Banfield Pet Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians, ensuring safety of pets, clients, and staff, and maintaining quality care in the hospital. You will engage daily with veterinarians, assist in procedures, educate clients about preventive care, and mentor teammates while upholding hospital standards for cleanliness and safety.

Preferred NAVTA-certified program and a high school diploma; ability to perform NAVTA-approved assistant duties; strong

Qualifications

• NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program certificate or equivalent.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must perform NAVTA-approved program skills at an efficient level.

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

Communication

Mentoring

Client education

Education

NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program certificate

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Banfield Pet Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians, ensuring safety of pets, clients, and staff, and maintaining quality care in the hospital. You will engage daily with veterinarians, assist in procedures, educate clients about preventive care, and mentor teammates while upholding hospital standards for cleanliness and safety.

Preferred NAVTA-certified program and a high school diploma; ability to perform NAVTA-approved assistant duties; strong