Veterinary Assistant: Shape Pet Health & Care

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

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) participation

Paid time off

Optimum Wellness Plans for pets

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

Banfield Pet Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and veterinary technicians, ensuring the safety of pets, clients and staff while maintaining high-quality care. You will educate clients on pet health and advocate for pets within Banfield's hospital setting.

The role offers learning and development opportunities and a path to career advancement as part of Banfield's team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program or equivalent that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Must be able to perform all required NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program skills at a level that aids in efficiency of the practice

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 Optimum Wellness Plans and preventive care
• Mentor other members of the hospital team

Skills

Client education

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program

High school diploma preferred

Job description

Banfield Pet Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and veterinary technicians, ensuring the safety of pets, clients and staff while maintaining high-quality care. You will educate clients on pet health and advocate for pets within Banfield's hospital setting.

The role offers learning and development opportunities and a path to career advancement as part of Banfield's team-oriented environment.