Veterinary Assistant - 005168
Banfield Pet Hospital, Largo, FL, United States
Veterinary Assistant Careers
Banfield Pet Hospital seeks Veterinary Assistants who love pets and want to make a rewarding difference. Working closely with veterinarians and staff, the role advocates for pets and educates clients on pet health. Learning and development opportunities are available for career growth.
Job Description Summary
The Veterinary Assistant is a key member of the hospital team who supports and assists veterinarians and veterinary technicians, ensuring the safety of pets, clients, and associates, and maintaining the continuity of quality veterinary care.
Responsibilities
Support veterinary staff in clinical tasks and patient care.
Maintain the flow of patients within the hospital.
Communicate with veterinarians and vet techs.
Carry out or set up procedures that do not require veterinarian or tech assistance.
Adhere to hospital standards that keep pets safe and keep treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs clean and organized.
Educate clients about Optimum Wellness Plans and the importance of preventive care.
Mentor other members of the hospital team.
Preferred Education / Licenses
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. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
Preferred Experience
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.
Qualifications
Action oriented.
Customer focused.
Good listeners.
Effective communicators.
Caring for those who care.
Positive attitude.
Recalls five principles - Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency, Freedom - as a guide.
Pay Range
The pay range for this role is $15.19 - $19.41 hourly, determined based on experience, skill level and education and may vary by location or applicable minimum wage laws.
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance.
Generous retirement plans (401(k) and Roth) with company match.
Student debt relief program for full-time veterinarians.
Paid time off and holidays.
Top-tier mental health and wellbeing resources.
Associate life insurance (company-paid) and supplemental life insurance options.
Company-paid short-and long-term disability.
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.
Legal plan.
Identity protection.
Commuter benefits.
Three free Optimum Wellness Plans for pets.
Exclusive discounts on products and services.
Benefits Eligibility
Benefits eligibility is based on employment status. Full-time associates are eligible for all benefit programs (student debt program available for full-time veterinarians only); part-time associates are eligible for those benefits with an asterisk (*).
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Banfield Pet Hospital seeks Veterinary Assistants who love pets and want to make a rewarding difference. Working closely with veterinarians and staff, the role advocates for pets and educates clients on pet health. Learning and development opportunities are available for career growth.
Job Description Summary
The Veterinary Assistant is a key member of the hospital team who supports and assists veterinarians and veterinary technicians, ensuring the safety of pets, clients, and associates, and maintaining the continuity of quality veterinary care.
Responsibilities
Support veterinary staff in clinical tasks and patient care.
Maintain the flow of patients within the hospital.
Communicate with veterinarians and vet techs.
Carry out or set up procedures that do not require veterinarian or tech assistance.
Adhere to hospital standards that keep pets safe and keep treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs clean and organized.
Educate clients about Optimum Wellness Plans and the importance of preventive care.
Mentor other members of the hospital team.
Preferred Education / Licenses
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. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
Preferred Experience
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.
Qualifications
Action oriented.
Customer focused.
Good listeners.
Effective communicators.
Caring for those who care.
Positive attitude.
Recalls five principles - Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency, Freedom - as a guide.
Pay Range
The pay range for this role is $15.19 - $19.41 hourly, determined based on experience, skill level and education and may vary by location or applicable minimum wage laws.
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance.
Generous retirement plans (401(k) and Roth) with company match.
Student debt relief program for full-time veterinarians.
Paid time off and holidays.
Top-tier mental health and wellbeing resources.
Associate life insurance (company-paid) and supplemental life insurance options.
Company-paid short-and long-term disability.
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.
Legal plan.
Identity protection.
Commuter benefits.
Three free Optimum Wellness Plans for pets.
Exclusive discounts on products and services.
Benefits Eligibility
Benefits eligibility is based on employment status. Full-time associates are eligible for all benefit programs (student debt program available for full-time veterinarians only); part-time associates are eligible for those benefits with an asterisk (*).
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