Veterinary Assistant: Shape Pet Health & Care

Banfield Pet Hospital; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Employee Wellness Programs

Job summary

Banfield Pet Hospital in Saint Petersburg, FL is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and veterinary technicians, ensuring the safety of pets, clients and staff and the continuity of high-quality veterinary care.

The preferred education includes a NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience; a high school diploma is preferred.

Qualifications

• Certificate of completion from a NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
• 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 Optimum Wellness Plans and preventive care.
• Mentor other members of the hospital team.

Skills

NAVTA-approved skills

Education

NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program

Job description

Banfield Pet Hospital in Saint Petersburg, FL is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and veterinary technicians, ensuring the safety of pets, clients and staff and the continuity of high-quality veterinary care.

The preferred education includes a NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience; a high school diploma is preferred.