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Veterinary Assistant

Banfield Pet Hospital, Niles, IL, United States


Job Summary
Veterinary Assistant careers at Banfield Pet Hospital. 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 associates, and the continuity of quality veterinary care.

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 the treatment areas, exam rooms and labs clean and organized.

Educate clients about our Optimum Wellness Plans and the importance of preventive care.

Mentor other members of the hospital team.

Qualifications
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.

Commitment Beyond Qualifications

Action Oriented

Customer Focused

Good Listeners

Effective Communicators

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Generous Retirement Plans (401(k) and Roth)

Best-in-Class Student Debt Relief Program (for Full-Time DVMs)

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Top-Tier Mental Health and Wellbeing Resources

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

Continuing Education Allowance (for Eligible Positions)

Back-Up Child and Elder Care & Family Support Resources

Fertility and Family Building Support

Digital Exercise Therapy

Voluntary Protection Benefits

Legal Plan

Identity Protection

Commuter Benefits

Three Free Optimum Wellness Plans for Pets

Exclusive Discounts

Pay
$17.60 – $22.49 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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. Banfield Pet Hospital is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, 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 in employment in every Banfield location.

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