Veterinary Assistant
Banfield Pet Hospital, Waco, TX, United States
Overview
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Live and exemplify the Five Principles of Mars, Inc. within self and team. Act as the extra eyes, ears and hands for the veterinarian and veterinary technician to ensure the best quality pet care and to maximize the veterinarian's and veterinary technician’s productivity. Communicate with veterinarian, veterinary technicians and all other associates to maintain the flow of patients. Provide professional, efficient and exceptional service at all times. This includes performing or preparing procedures that do not require veterinarian or veterinary technician assistance, completing preparatory work for other procedures, ensuring that clients and pets are comfortable in the hospital, and monitoring hospitalized or surgical pets as allowed in the state practice acts. Educate clients about Optimum Wellness Plans, preventive care, pet health needs, hospital services and other issues. Obtain relevant information and history from clients and maintain proper and complete medical charts. Ensure the safety of pets, clients and associates by utilizing safe restraining techniques, following standard protocols, and maintaining clean, sterile and organized treatment areas, exam rooms and labs. Assist with surgery as applicable. Utilize technical skills to the fullest, within state practice acts and as outlined in the NAVTA guidelines for veterinary assistant skills and duties. Mentor other paraprofessionals in the hospital. Other job duties as assigned.
Compensation
The pay range for this role is
$15.00 - $18.39
per hour. 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.
Benefits
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Our health and wellness are a priority.
Generous Retirement Plans (401(k) and Roth): Company match to help build financial security.
Best-in-Class Student Debt Relief Program (for Full-Time DVMs): Support for student debt for veterinary professionals.
Paid Time Off and Holidays: Paid time off and holidays for personal significance.
Top-Tier Mental Health and Wellbeing Resources: Access to coaching and counseling services.
Associate Life Insurance (company-paid) & Supplemental Life Insurance: Company-paid life insurance with option to purchase additional coverage.
Company-Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability: Financial protection during disability.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Pre-tax funds for healthcare and dependent care expenses.
Health Savings Account (HSA): Tax-advantaged funds for medical expenses.
Paid Parental Leave: Paid leave for birth or adoption.
Continuing Education Allowance (for Eligible Positions): Financial assistance for continuing education.
Back-Up Child and Elder Care & Family Support Resources: Backup care and family support resources.
Fertility and Family Building Support: Support for fertility treatments and family-building options.
Digital Exercise Therapy: Digital program to support physical activity.
Voluntary Protection Benefits: Optional coverage for hospital stays, illness, and accidents.
Legal Plan: Legal coverage for a range of needs.
Identity Protection: Protection and monitoring of personal information.
Commuter Benefits: Assistance with commuting costs.
Three Free Optimum Wellness Plans for Pets: Three free wellness plans for pets.
Exclusive Discounts: Discounts on products and services.
Benefits eligibility is based on employment status. Full-time (FT) 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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If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.
Live and exemplify the Five Principles of Mars, Inc. within self and team. Act as the extra eyes, ears and hands for the veterinarian and veterinary technician to ensure the best quality pet care and to maximize the veterinarian's and veterinary technician’s productivity. Communicate with veterinarian, veterinary technicians and all other associates to maintain the flow of patients. Provide professional, efficient and exceptional service at all times. This includes performing or preparing procedures that do not require veterinarian or veterinary technician assistance, completing preparatory work for other procedures, ensuring that clients and pets are comfortable in the hospital, and monitoring hospitalized or surgical pets as allowed in the state practice acts. Educate clients about Optimum Wellness Plans, preventive care, pet health needs, hospital services and other issues. Obtain relevant information and history from clients and maintain proper and complete medical charts. Ensure the safety of pets, clients and associates by utilizing safe restraining techniques, following standard protocols, and maintaining clean, sterile and organized treatment areas, exam rooms and labs. Assist with surgery as applicable. Utilize technical skills to the fullest, within state practice acts and as outlined in the NAVTA guidelines for veterinary assistant skills and duties. Mentor other paraprofessionals in the hospital. Other job duties as assigned.
Compensation
The pay range for this role is
$15.00 - $18.39
per hour. 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.
Benefits
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Our health and wellness are a priority.
Generous Retirement Plans (401(k) and Roth): Company match to help build financial security.
Best-in-Class Student Debt Relief Program (for Full-Time DVMs): Support for student debt for veterinary professionals.
Paid Time Off and Holidays: Paid time off and holidays for personal significance.
Top-Tier Mental Health and Wellbeing Resources: Access to coaching and counseling services.
Associate Life Insurance (company-paid) & Supplemental Life Insurance: Company-paid life insurance with option to purchase additional coverage.
Company-Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability: Financial protection during disability.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Pre-tax funds for healthcare and dependent care expenses.
Health Savings Account (HSA): Tax-advantaged funds for medical expenses.
Paid Parental Leave: Paid leave for birth or adoption.
Continuing Education Allowance (for Eligible Positions): Financial assistance for continuing education.
Back-Up Child and Elder Care & Family Support Resources: Backup care and family support resources.
Fertility and Family Building Support: Support for fertility treatments and family-building options.
Digital Exercise Therapy: Digital program to support physical activity.
Voluntary Protection Benefits: Optional coverage for hospital stays, illness, and accidents.
Legal Plan: Legal coverage for a range of needs.
Identity Protection: Protection and monitoring of personal information.
Commuter Benefits: Assistance with commuting costs.
Three Free Optimum Wellness Plans for Pets: Three free wellness plans for pets.
Exclusive Discounts: Discounts on products and services.
Benefits eligibility is based on employment status. Full-time (FT) 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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