Veterinary Assistant -Fairfax City
Banfield Pet Hospital, Fairfax, VA, United States
Veterinary Assistant Careers at Banfield Pet Hospital
We are looking for Veterinary 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. In addition, our Vet Assistants are action oriented, customer focused, good listeners, effective communicators, and caring for those who care.
Job Description Summary
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.
Preferred Education / Licenses
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.
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.
A Day in the Life of a Banfield Veterinary Assistant
Responsibilities
Providing professional, efficient and exceptional service at all times, ensuring clients and pets are comfortable in the hospital.
Using technical skills on a daily basis within state practice acts and as outlined in NAVTA guidelines for veterinary assistant skills and duties.
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.
Commitment Beyond Qualifications
Every associate, including the Vet Assistant, has an important contribution to make to the veterinary team. We look for Vet Assistants who are dedicated, positive, and guided by our Five Principles.
Benefits for a Banfield Veterinary Assistant
We support your personal wellness and professional development with a wide range of perks and programs that help you take care of yourself and your family, including your pets.
Pay Range
The pay range for this role is: $18.40 - $23.51 hourly.
Benefits
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
Generous Retirement Plans (401(k) and Roth) with company match.
Best-in-Class Student Debt Relief Program for Full-Time DVMs.
Paid Time Off and Holidays.
Top-Tier Mental Health and Wellbeing Resources, including free coaching and counseling sessions.
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 for birth and adoption.
Continuing Education Allowance for Eligible Positions.
Backup Child and Elder Care & Family Support Resources.
Fertility and Family Building Support.
Digital Exercise Therapy Program.
Voluntary Protection Benefits for hospital stays, critical illness, and accidents.
Legal Plan covering a wide range of legal needs.
Identity Protection for personal information security.
Commuter Benefits for cost-effective daily travel.
Three Free Optimum Wellness Plans for Pets.
Exclusive Discounts on products and services.
Benefits eligibility is based on employment status. Full-time associates are eligible for all benefit programs (Student Debt Program available for Full-Time DVMs only); Part-time associates are eligible for those benefits with an asterisk (*).
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We are looking for Veterinary 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. In addition, our Vet Assistants are action oriented, customer focused, good listeners, effective communicators, and caring for those who care.
Job Description Summary
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.
Preferred Education / Licenses
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.
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.
A Day in the Life of a Banfield Veterinary Assistant
Responsibilities
Providing professional, efficient and exceptional service at all times, ensuring clients and pets are comfortable in the hospital.
Using technical skills on a daily basis within state practice acts and as outlined in NAVTA guidelines for veterinary assistant skills and duties.
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.
Commitment Beyond Qualifications
Every associate, including the Vet Assistant, has an important contribution to make to the veterinary team. We look for Vet Assistants who are dedicated, positive, and guided by our Five Principles.
Benefits for a Banfield Veterinary Assistant
We support your personal wellness and professional development with a wide range of perks and programs that help you take care of yourself and your family, including your pets.
Pay Range
The pay range for this role is: $18.40 - $23.51 hourly.
Benefits
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
Generous Retirement Plans (401(k) and Roth) with company match.
Best-in-Class Student Debt Relief Program for Full-Time DVMs.
Paid Time Off and Holidays.
Top-Tier Mental Health and Wellbeing Resources, including free coaching and counseling sessions.
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 for birth and adoption.
Continuing Education Allowance for Eligible Positions.
Backup Child and Elder Care & Family Support Resources.
Fertility and Family Building Support.
Digital Exercise Therapy Program.
Voluntary Protection Benefits for hospital stays, critical illness, and accidents.
Legal Plan covering a wide range of legal needs.
Identity Protection for personal information security.
Commuter Benefits for cost-effective daily travel.
Three Free Optimum Wellness Plans for Pets.
Exclusive Discounts on products and services.
Benefits eligibility is based on employment status. Full-time associates are eligible for all benefit programs (Student Debt Program available for Full-Time DVMs only); Part-time associates are eligible for those benefits with an asterisk (*).
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