Veterinary Assistant: Pet Wellness Advocate & Growth

Banfield Pet Hospital; Westlands (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

Continuing education allowance

Three free Optimum Wellness Plans for

Pets

Job summary

Banfield Pet Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians, ensuring safe, high-quality care for pets. The role includes assisting with procedures, maintaining clean and organized areas, and educating clients about preventive care programs.

Preferred NAVTA-certified completion or equivalent, with a high school diploma preferred. The position emphasizes collaboration, safety, and professional growth within Banfield's comprehensive benefits and learning

Qualifications

• Certificate of completion from NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must be able to perform all required NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program skills at a level that aids practice efficiency.

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 exam rooms and labs clean and organized.
• Educating clients about Optimum Wellness Plans and preventive care.
• Mentoring other members of the hospital team.

Skills

Action Oriented

Customer Focused

Good Listeners

Effective Communicators

Education

NAVTA veterinary assistant certificate

High school diploma preferred

Job description

Banfield Pet Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians, ensuring safe, high-quality care for pets. The role includes assisting with procedures, maintaining clean and organized areas, and educating clients about preventive care programs.

Preferred NAVTA-certified completion or equivalent, with a high school diploma preferred. The position emphasizes collaboration, safety, and professional growth within Banfield's comprehensive benefits and learning