Veterinary Assistant: Help Pets, Learn & Grow

Banfield Pet Hospital; Southlake (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) + PTO

Pet wellness plans

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Job summary

Banfield Pet Hospital seeks a compassionate Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians, ensuring safe care for pets and a positive client experience. You will educate clients on preventive care and wellness plans, while maintaining clean treatment areas and smooth patient flow across the hospital team.

The role emphasizes NAVTA-aligned skills, strong communication, and mentorship among staff, with opportunities for development within Banfield’s learning programs.

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

Skills

NAVTA guidelines familiarity

Client education

Team collaboration

Education

NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program certificate

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Banfield Pet Hospital seeks a compassionate Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians, ensuring safe care for pets and a positive client experience. You will educate clients on preventive care and wellness plans, while maintaining clean treatment areas and smooth patient flow across the hospital team.

The role emphasizes NAVTA-aligned skills, strong communication, and mentorship among staff, with opportunities for development within Banfield’s learning programs.