Veterinary Assistant
Banfield Pet Hospital, Osseo, MN, United States
Veterinary Assistant – Banfield Pet Hospital
We are seeking a Veterinary Assistant to work closely with veterinarians and veterinary technicians, ensuring the safety of pets, clients, and associates, and maintaining continuity of quality veterinary care.
Job Responsibilities
Help maintain the flow of patients
Communicate with the veterinarian 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 keep treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs clean and organized
Educate clients about the 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 & Attributes
We are 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
Caring for those who care
Compensation
The pay range for this role is $16.79 – $21.46 hourly. The specific rate is determined based on experience, skill level, and education, and may vary depending on 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 DVMs
Paid time off and holidays
Top‑tier mental health and wellbeing resources, including free coaching and counseling
Associate life insurance (company‑paid) and supplemental life insurance options
Short‑ and long‑term disability insurance, company‑paid
Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
Health savings account (HSA)
Paid parental leave for both birth and adoption
Continuing education allowance for eligible positions
Back‑up child and elder care & family support resources
Fertility and family building support
Digital exercise therapy program
Voluntary protection benefits
Legal plan coverage for a range of legal needs
Identity protection services
Commuter benefits
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 FT DVMs only); part‑time associates are eligible for those benefits with an asterisk.
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We are seeking a Veterinary Assistant to work closely with veterinarians and veterinary technicians, ensuring the safety of pets, clients, and associates, and maintaining continuity of quality veterinary care.
Job Responsibilities
Help maintain the flow of patients
Communicate with the veterinarian 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 keep treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs clean and organized
Educate clients about the 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 & Attributes
We are 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
Caring for those who care
Compensation
The pay range for this role is $16.79 – $21.46 hourly. The specific rate is determined based on experience, skill level, and education, and may vary depending on 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 DVMs
Paid time off and holidays
Top‑tier mental health and wellbeing resources, including free coaching and counseling
Associate life insurance (company‑paid) and supplemental life insurance options
Short‑ and long‑term disability insurance, company‑paid
Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
Health savings account (HSA)
Paid parental leave for both birth and adoption
Continuing education allowance for eligible positions
Back‑up child and elder care & family support resources
Fertility and family building support
Digital exercise therapy program
Voluntary protection benefits
Legal plan coverage for a range of legal needs
Identity protection services
Commuter benefits
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 FT DVMs only); part‑time associates are eligible for those benefits with an asterisk.
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