Veterinary Assistant: Pet Health Support & Career Growth

Banfield Pet Hospital

Houston (TX)

On-site

USD 22,000 - 28,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Paid time off

Optimum Wellness Plans for pets

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

FSA

Job summary

Banfield Pet Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant in Houston to support veterinarians and technicians while ensuring safe care for pets and clients. You will help maintain smooth patient flow, educate clients on preventive care, and mentor teammates within a structured hospital environment.

The ideal candidate will have NAVTA-approved training and a high school diploma, with a commitment to the Five Principles: Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom.

Qualifications

NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program or equivalent education/training.
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

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 preventive care.
Mentoring other hospital team members.

Skills

Action Oriented

Customer Focused

Good Listeners

Effective Communicators

Education

NAVTA‑approved veterinary assistant program certificate

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The ideal candidate will have NAVTA-approved training and a high school diploma, with a commitment to the Five Principles: Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom.

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