Veterinary Assistant
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. We're looking for Vet Assistants who are dedicated to their work, have a positive attitude and use our Five Principles -- Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom -- as their guide. The Vet Assistant provides professional, efficient and exceptional service at all times, making sure that clients and pets are comfortable in the hospital. You will use your technical skills on a daily basis, within state practice acts and as outlined in the NAVTA guidelines for veterinary assistant skills and duties.
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.
Responsibilities
- Provide furry, feathered, and scaled pets with the best possible care, especially preventive care
- Build close relationships with pets and the humans who love them
- Work closely with teammates and cultivate a positive, dynamic work culture
- Impact the future of veterinary medicine by educating clients about our Optimum Wellness Plans® and the importance of preventive care
- 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
- Mentoring other members of the hospital team
Benefits
- Competitive salary with paid time off
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and loved ones
- Competitive referral program
- Paid leave for new parents
- 401(k) Savings Plan
- Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account
- Paid short- and long-term disability, including maternity leave
- Optimum Wellness Plans® for up to three pets
- Discounts on Mars, PetSmart, Royal Canin, and more
- Flexible scheduling
- Opportunities for growth and leadership roles at Banfield, Mars, and other divisions of Mars
- Dedicated onboarding and development support
- Health and well-being benefits
- Associate-led equity, inclusion, and diversity groups
- Opportunities to volunteer through Mars Volunteer Program
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
