Veterinary Assistant

Join Banfield Pet Hospital as a Veterinary Assistant and put your love of pets into action.

As a key member of the hospital team, you’ll support veterinarians and veterinary technicians, ensuring the safety of pets, clients and associates and the continuity of quality veterinary care.

Veterinary Assistant provides professional, efficient and exceptional service at all times, making sure clients and pets are comfortable. You will use your technical skills on a daily basis within state practice acts and as outlined in the NAVTA guidelines.

Certificate from a 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 skills of NAVTA‑approved veterinary assistant programs at a level that aids in practice efficiency.

• Help maintain the flow of patients.
• Communicate with veterinarians 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 treatment areas clean.
• Educate clients about Optimum Wellness Plans ® and preventive care.
• Mentor other members of the hospital team.

• Action Oriented
• Customer Focused
• Good Listener
• Effective Communicator
• Positive attitude and use of Banfield’s Five Principles.

• Generous package including 401(k) participation, paid time off, and Optimum Wellness Plans for pets.
• Medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance based on eligibility.
• Performance development plans and learning opportunities.
• Networking events and community service opportunities.

• Entry level

• Full‑time

• Health Care Provider

• Veterinary Services

Start your Banfield career as a Veterinary Assistant.