Vet Assistant PT - 5364 Glenarden Woodmore

Banfield Pet Hospital

114d • $15 - $26

About The Position

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. While working closely with other pet health care professionals at Banfield, you’ll have the chance to advocate for pets and educate clients on all aspects of pet health. In addition, if your goal is to advance in your career, you’ll have access to a variety of learning and development opportunities along the way.

Requirements

• 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.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Action Oriented
• Customer Focused
• Good Listeners
• Effective Communicators

Responsibilities

• 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 our Optimum Wellness Plans® and the importance of preventive care.
• Mentoring other members of the hospital team.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Basic Life (company paid) & Supplemental Life
• Short- and Long-Term Disability (company paid)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter Benefits
• Legal Plan
• Health Savings Account with company funding
• 401(k) with generous company match
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Student Debt Program (for FT DVMs)
• Continuing Education allowance for eligible positions
• Free Optimum Wellness Plans for your pets’ preventive and general care

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees