Veterinary Assistant: Pet Care & Clinic Support

Banfield Pet Hospital; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan (401(k))

Paid Time Off

Disability Insurance

HSA/FSA

Job summary

Banfield Pet Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians in delivering high-quality care for all pets. You will educate clients, maintain medical charts, and help ensure a safe hospital environment while assisting with procedures and surgeries as needed.

The role requires strong communication, multitasking, and client service skills, with a commitment to the hospital's safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Certificate of completion from a NAVTA approved Veterinary Assistant program or equivalent.
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Live and exemplify Banfield Five Principles within self and team.
• Assist veterinarians and technicians to maximize productivity and quality care.
• Provide professional, efficient service and prepare procedures as needed.
• Educate clients about wellness plans, preventive care and hospital services.
• Obtain patient history and maintain medical charts.
• Ensure safety and sanitation of treatment areas and labs.
• Assist with surgery as applicable.
• Mentor other paraprofessionals in the hospital.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Client service

Numerical ability

English literacy

Computer skills

Education

NAVTA Veterinary Assistant program

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Banfield Pet Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians in delivering high-quality care for all pets. You will educate clients, maintain medical charts, and help ensure a safe hospital environment while assisting with procedures and surgeries as needed.

The role requires strong communication, multitasking, and client service skills, with a commitment to the hospital's safety and efficiency.