Veterinary Assistant - Patient Care & Client Education

Banfield Pet Hospital; Salem (MA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Student debt relief program

Paid time off & holidays

Mental health resources

Life insurance

Disability benefits

FSA/HSA

Parental leave

Continuing education allowance

Flexible family support

Discounts on products

Three free Optimum Wellness Plans

Job summary

Banfield Pet Hospital seeks a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and veterinary technicians, ensuring the safety of pets, clients, and associates while maintaining high quality veterinary care. You will assist with patient flow and non‑vet‑tech procedures and provide client education on preventive care.

Join Banfield to contribute to a collaborative team, learn from experienced clinicians, and grow within a comprehensive care system that emphasizes wellness plans and client engagement.

Qualifications

• Completion of NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program or equivalent.
• High school diploma preferred.
• Ability to perform NAVTA-listed skills at a level that aids in practice efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Ensure pets, clients, and associates are safe.
• Assist veterinarians and vet techs with examinations, procedures, and patient care.
• Maintain patient flow and keep treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs clean and organized.
• Communicate with veterinarians and vet techs.
• Carry out or set up procedures that do not require vet or vet tech assistance.
• Educate clients about Banfield’s Optimum Wellness Plans and the importance of preventive care.
• Mentor other members of the hospital team.

Skills

Communication

Patient care

Team support

Education

NAVTA-approved program

High school diploma preferred

Job description

Banfield Pet Hospital seeks a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and veterinary technicians, ensuring the safety of pets, clients, and associates while maintaining high quality veterinary care. You will assist with patient flow and non‑vet‑tech procedures and provide client education on preventive care.

Join Banfield to contribute to a collaborative team, learn from experienced clinicians, and grow within a comprehensive care system that emphasizes wellness plans and client engagement.