Veterinary Assistant: Pet Care Advocate & Growth Path

Banfield Pet Hospital; Merrimack (NH); On-site; USD 24,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) and Roth retirement plans

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Mental Health & Wellbeing resources

Life Insurance

Job summary

Banfield Pet Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians, ensuring safe pet care and smooth hospital operations. You will work under NAVTA-guided standards to assist in exams, treatments, and client education.

The role emphasizes safety, preventive care education, and a collaborative team environment with opportunities for learning and development across care teams.

Qualifications

• Certificate of completion from a NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Help maintain the flow of patients.
• Communicate with the veterinarian and vet techs.
• Carry out or set up procedures that do not require veterinarian or vet tech assistance.
• Adhere to hospital standards that keep pets safe and the treatment areas, exam rooms and labs clean and organized.
• Educate clients about our Optimum Wellness Plans and preventive care.

Skills

NAVTA skills

Education

NAVTA-approved program

High school diploma

Job description

Banfield Pet Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians, ensuring safe pet care and smooth hospital operations. You will work under NAVTA-guided standards to assist in exams, treatments, and client education.

The role emphasizes safety, preventive care education, and a collaborative team environment with opportunities for learning and development across care teams.