Veterinary Assistant
Banfield Pet Hospital, Rock Hill, SC, United States
Veterinary Assistant Careers at Banfield Pet Hospital
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.
Qualifications
Preferred Education/Licenses: Certificate of completion from a NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program or equivalent 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.
Responsibilities
The Vet Assistant provides professional, efficient and exceptional service at all times, ensuring that clients and pets are comfortable in the hospital. Responsibilities include:
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 the Optimum Wellness Plans® and the importance of preventive care
Mentoring other members of the hospital team
Commitment Beyond Qualifications
Action Oriented
Customer Focused
Good Listener
Effective Communicator
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 on products and services
Earnings and Pay Range
$15.19 - $19.41 Hourly
EEO Statement
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 and expression, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. Banfield complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every Banfield location.
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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.
Qualifications
Preferred Education/Licenses: Certificate of completion from a NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program or equivalent 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.
Responsibilities
The Vet Assistant provides professional, efficient and exceptional service at all times, ensuring that clients and pets are comfortable in the hospital. Responsibilities include:
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 the Optimum Wellness Plans® and the importance of preventive care
Mentoring other members of the hospital team
Commitment Beyond Qualifications
Action Oriented
Customer Focused
Good Listener
Effective Communicator
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 on products and services
Earnings and Pay Range
$15.19 - $19.41 Hourly
EEO Statement
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 and expression, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. Banfield complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every Banfield location.
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