Veterinary Assistant: Meaningful Pet Care & Growth

Banfield Pet Hospital; Washington Township (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) participation

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Long-term disability

Job summary

Banfield Pet Hospital in New Jersey is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians, ensuring safe care for pets and clients. You will use clinical skills daily while following NAVTA guidelines and state practice acts, and you will educate clients on preventive care and wellness plans.

You will help maintain patient flow, communicate with the veterinary team, and assist with procedures that do not require a doctor.

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.
• Must be able 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

NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant

Communication

State practice acts knowledge

Education

NAVTA-approved program certificate or equivalent

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Job description

Banfield Pet Hospital in New Jersey is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians, ensuring safe care for pets and clients. You will use clinical skills daily while following NAVTA guidelines and state practice acts, and you will educate clients on preventive care and wellness plans.

You will help maintain patient flow, communicate with the veterinary team, and assist with procedures that do not require a doctor.