Veterinary assistant

Job Summary

The Veterinary Assistant is a key member of the hospital team who supports veterinarians and veterinary technicians, ensuring the safety of pets, clients and other associates, and the continuity of quality veterinary care.

Responsibilities

• Help maintain the flow of patients.
• Communicate with veterinarians and veterinary technicians.
• Carry out or set up procedures that do not require veterinarian or veterinary technician assistance.
• Adhere to hospital standards that keep pets safe and keep treatment areas, exam rooms and laboratories clean and organized.
• Educate clients about Optimum Wellness Plans and the importance of preventive care.
• Mentor other members of the hospital team.

Qualifications

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

Commitment Beyond Qualifications

• Action Oriented
• Customer Focused
• Good Listener
• Effective Communicator

Benefits

• 401(k) participation with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Optimum Wellness Plans for pets (three free plans)
• Medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance (eligible)
• Retirement plans (401(k) and Roth)
• Student debt relief program (full‑time DVMs)
• Paid parental leave (birth and adoption)
• Continued education allowance (eligible positions)
• Back‑up child and elder care & family support resources
• Fertility and family building support
• Digital exercise therapy program
• Commuter benefits
• Legal plan and identity protection services
• Exclusive discounts on products and services

Pay Range

$15.19 – $19.41 hourly, depending on experience, skill level and education, and may vary by location or applicable minimum wage laws.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Banfield Pet Hospital is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. Banfield Pet Hospital complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every Banfield location.