Veterinary Assistant: Impact Pets & Grow Your Career

Mars Petcare; Shawnee (KS); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) participation

Paid time off

Wellness plans for pets

Job summary

Banfield Pet Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians, ensuring safe, high-quality care for pets and clients. You will engage in daily tasks that keep clinics efficient and welcoming, while upholding NAVTA guidelines and hospital standards.

You will educate clients on preventive care, participate in learning opportunities, and mentor other team members as part of a supportive care team.

Qualifications

• NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program completion or equivalent experience required.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the flow of patients and assist the veterinarian and vet techs.
• Communicate with the veterinarian and vet techs.
• Carry out procedures that do not require veterinarian or vet tech assistance.
• Adhere to hospital standards to keep pets safe and areas clean and organized.
• Educate clients about Optimum Wellness Plans and preventive care.
• Mentor other members of the hospital team.

Education

NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Banfield Pet Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians, ensuring safe, high-quality care for pets and clients. You will engage in daily tasks that keep clinics efficient and welcoming, while upholding NAVTA guidelines and hospital standards.

You will educate clients on preventive care, participate in learning opportunities, and mentor other team members as part of a supportive care team.