Veterinary Assistant: Impactful Pet Care & Growth

A Caring Doctor (New Jersey), P.C.; Texas; On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Banfield Pet Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and veterinary technicians, ensuring the safety of pets and clients while maintaining quality care. You will help manage patient flow, communicate with the veterinary team, and assist with procedures that do not require the veterinarian or vet tech.

Ideal candidates will complete a NAVTA-approved program (or equivalent) and have a high school diploma.

Qualifications

• NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program or equivalent
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Must be able to perform all required NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program skills to aid in practice efficiency

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 Optimum Wellness Plans and preventive care
• Mentoring other hospital team members

Skills

Action Oriented

Customer Focused

Good Listeners

Effective Communicators

Caring for Those Who Care

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 veterinary technicians, ensuring the safety of pets and clients while maintaining quality care. You will help manage patient flow, communicate with the veterinary team, and assist with procedures that do not require the veterinarian or vet tech.

Ideal candidates will complete a NAVTA-approved program (or equivalent) and have a high school diploma.