Veterinary Assistant 1107

Veterinary Assistant

The Veterinary Assistant supports the veterinarians and veterinary technicians in ensuring quality veterinary care for all pets, advocates for pets, educates clients on all aspects of pet health, and ensures a safe and effective hospital environment.

Leadership, Action Oriented, Customer Focus, Listening, Peer Relationships, Personal Learning, Functional, Ensure Medical Quality, Effective Communication, Drive Results, Functional Skills, Priority Setting, Time Management

Ability to multi-task, Communication skills, Organizational ability, Problem solving skills, Client service skills, Intellectual ability, Mathematical ability, Computer skills

Initiative, Integrity, Cooperativeness, Flexibility, Independence, Tolerance for Stress / Resiliency

Ability to work at a computer for long periods of time. Ability to be confident around pets. Client needs and work volume may often require more than 40 hours per week to complete essential duties of this job. This position requires special hours including working weekends and evenings. Must have mental processes for reasoning, remembering, mathematics and language ability to perform the duties proficiently. The noise level in the work environment is moderately high. Requires sufficient ambulatory skills in order to perform duties while at hospital. Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb as well as manipulate (lift, carry, move) up to 50 pounds. Requires good hand-eye coordination, arm-hand-finger dexterity with the ability to grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard and operate equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Associate is routinely exposed to a variety of pets that may bite or scratch, and on occasion, exposed to anesthesia, radiation, biological hazards and medication/controlled substances.

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. Must be able to perform all required skills of NAVTA approved veterinary assistant programs at a level in which to aid in the efficiency of the practice. Must be at least 18 years old to perform duties involving radiography (x-ray) and exposure to radioactive substances. One year related experience required with customer service preferred.

WE ARE A DRUG-FREE, SMOKE-FREE, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Company Policy, Federal and State Laws Forbid Discrimination Because of Age, Color, Race, Religion, Sex, Disability, Sexual Orientation or National Origin.

The pay range for this role is $15.99 - $20.44 Hourly. The pay range listed reflects a general hiring range for the area, with the specific rate determined based on the candidate's experience, skill level, and education, and may vary depending on location or applicable minimum wage laws.

Here at Banfield, we prioritize your well-being and professional growth by offering a comprehensive total rewards package, including health, wellness, and financial support for you, your family, and even your pets.

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Generous Retirement Plans (401(k) and Roth)

• Best-in-Class Student Debt Relief Program (for Full-Time DVMs)

• Paid Time Off and Holidays

• Top-Tier Mental Health and Wellbeing Resources

• Associate Life Insurance (company-paid) & Supplemental Life Insurance

• Company-Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

• Health Savings Account (HSA)

• Paid Parental Leave

• Continuing Education Allowance (for Eligible Positions)

• Back-Up Child and Elder Care & Family Support Resources

• Fertility and Family Building Support

• Digital Exercise Therapy

• Voluntary Protection Benefits

• Legal Plan

• Identity Protection

• Commuter Benefits

• Three Free Optimum Wellness Plans for Pets

• Exclusive Discounts

Benefits eligibility is based on employment status. Full-time (FT) Associates are eligible for all benefit programs (Student Debt Program available for FT DVMs only); Part-time Associates are eligible for those benefits with an asterisk (*).

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