Veterinary Assistant: Mentor, Educate & Care for Pets

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) plan

Paid Time Off

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Wellness programs

Job summary

Banfield Pet Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians, ensuring pets and clients are cared for safely and professionally. You will help maintain clinic flow, prepare procedures, and educate clients on wellness plans.

Preferred NAVTA-approved program completion and a high school diploma. Opportunities for growth and continuous learning are available within Banfield’s hospital team.

Qualifications

• Certificate of completion from a NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program or equivalent.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must be able to perform NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant skills.”

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians and veterinary technicians in daily clinical tasks.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness of hospital and treatment areas.
• Assist with patient flow and exam setup to ensure smooth operations.
• Educate clients about preventive care and wellness plans.
• Mentor other hospital team members as needed.

Skills

NAVTA VA program

NAVTA certification

Education

NAVTA–approved program

High school diploma preferred

Job description

Banfield Pet Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians, ensuring pets and clients are cared for safely and professionally. You will help maintain clinic flow, prepare procedures, and educate clients on wellness plans.

Preferred NAVTA-approved program completion and a high school diploma. Opportunities for growth and continuous learning are available within Banfield’s hospital team.