Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Assistant Careers at Banfield Pet Hospital is an essential role that supports and assists veterinarians and veterinary technicians, ensuring the safety of pets, clients and other associates, and the continuity of quality veterinary care.

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

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 that aids in the efficiency of the practice.

The Vet Assistant provides professional, efficient and exceptional service at all times, making sure that clients and pets are comfortable in the hospital.

• Helping maintain the flow of patients
• Communicating with the veterinarian and vet techs
• Carrying out or setting up procedures that do not require veterinarian or vet tech assistance
• Adhering to hospital standards that keep pets safe, and the treatment areas, exam rooms and labs clean and organized
• Educating clients about our Optimum Wellness Plans and the importance of preventive care
• Mentoring other members of the hospital team

Every associate including the Vet Assistant has an important contribution to make to the veterinary team. We’re looking for Vet Assistants who are dedicated to their work, have a positive attitude and use our Five Principles – Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency, and Freedom – as their guide.

• Action Oriented
• Customer Focused
• Good Listeners
• Effective Communicators

When it comes to benefits, we support your personal wellness and professional development. All Vet Assistants receive a generous benefits package including 401(k) participation, paid time off and Optimum Wellness Plans for your pets. In addition, medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance is offered to associates based on eligibility.

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Generous retirement plans (401(k) and Roth) with company match
• Student debt relief program for full‑time DVMs
• Paid time off and holidays
• Mental health and wellbeing resources including free coaching and counseling
• Associate life insurance (company‑paid) and optional supplemental life insurance
• Short‑ and long‑term disability insurance company‑paid
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid parental leave for birth and adoption
• Continuing education allowance for eligible positions
• Backup child and elder care and family support resources
• Fertility and family building support
• Digital exercise therapy program
• Voluntary protection benefits for hospital stay, critical illness and accidents
• Legal plan covering a wide range of legal needs
• Identity protection service
• Commuter benefits
• Three free Optimum Wellness Plans for pets
• Exclusive discounts on products and services

• Performance development plans designed to help you reach your career goals
• Relevant learning opportunities
• Networking events
• Ways to offer your skills to your community

We’ve created a one‑of‑a‑kind leadership structure throughout our practice that includes support from corporate headquarters, the field and hospital level.

Start your Banfield Career as a Veterinary Assistant. Learn more about the impact you can make as part of a Banfield hospital team.

WE ARE A DRUG‑FREE, SMOKE‑FREE, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Banfield Pet Hospital strongly supports and values the uniqueness of all individuals and promotes a work environment where diversity is embraced. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, 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.

$15.19 – $19.41 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.