Veterinary Assistant - 000532
Marsveterinary, Parma, OH, United States
Veterinary Assistant Careers at Banfield Pet Hospital
For those who want to put their love of pets into action, the Veterinary Assistant role is rewarding and offers opportunities to advance. This key member of the hospital team supports and assists veterinarians and veterinary technicians, ensuring the safety of pets, clients, and associates while maintaining quality veterinary care.
Job 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.
Responsibilities
Help maintain the flow of patients.
Communicate with veterinarians and veterinary technicians.
Carry out or set up procedures that do not require veterinarian or veterinary technician 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.
Qualifications
Preferred Education/Licenses: Certificate of completion from an NAVTA‑approved veterinary assistant program or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience providing 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.
Commitment Beyond Qualifications
We’re looking for Vet Assistants who are dedicated, have a positive attitude and use our Five Principles—Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency, and Freedom—as their guide. In addition, we value: Action‑oriented, Customer‑focused, Good listeners, Effective communicators, and caring for those who care.
Benefits
All Vet Assistants receive a generous benefits package, including 401(k) participation, paid time off and Optimum Wellness Plans for your pets.
Medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance 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.
Top‑tier mental health and wellbeing resources including free coaching and counseling.
Associate life insurance (company‑paid) and optional 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.
Legal plan covering a wide range of legal needs.
Identity protection.
Commuter benefits.
Three free Optimum Wellness Plans for pets.
Exclusive discounts on products and services.
Pay Range
The pay range for this role is $15.19–$19.41 per hour. The specific rate is determined based on your experience, skill level, and education and may vary by location or applicable minimum wage laws.
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For those who want to put their love of pets into action, the Veterinary Assistant role is rewarding and offers opportunities to advance. This key member of the hospital team supports and assists veterinarians and veterinary technicians, ensuring the safety of pets, clients, and associates while maintaining quality veterinary care.
Job 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.
Responsibilities
Help maintain the flow of patients.
Communicate with veterinarians and veterinary technicians.
Carry out or set up procedures that do not require veterinarian or veterinary technician 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.
Qualifications
Preferred Education/Licenses: Certificate of completion from an NAVTA‑approved veterinary assistant program or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience providing 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.
Commitment Beyond Qualifications
We’re looking for Vet Assistants who are dedicated, have a positive attitude and use our Five Principles—Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency, and Freedom—as their guide. In addition, we value: Action‑oriented, Customer‑focused, Good listeners, Effective communicators, and caring for those who care.
Benefits
All Vet Assistants receive a generous benefits package, including 401(k) participation, paid time off and Optimum Wellness Plans for your pets.
Medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance 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.
Top‑tier mental health and wellbeing resources including free coaching and counseling.
Associate life insurance (company‑paid) and optional 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.
Legal plan covering a wide range of legal needs.
Identity protection.
Commuter benefits.
Three free Optimum Wellness Plans for pets.
Exclusive discounts on products and services.
Pay Range
The pay range for this role is $15.19–$19.41 per hour. The specific rate is determined based on your experience, skill level, and education and may vary by location or applicable minimum wage laws.
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