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Veterinary Assistant - 001639

Banfield Pet Hospital
South MI
Full-time

Job Description

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.

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.

A Day in the Life of a Banfield Veterinary Assistant

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.

Other 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 our Optimum Wellness Plans ® and the importance of preventive care

Mentoring other members of the hospital team

Commitment Beyond Qualifications

Every associate including the Vet Assistant has an important contribution to make to the veterinary team. 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.

In addition, our Vet Assistants are :

Action Oriented

Customer Focused

Good Listeners

Effective Communicators

Caring for Those Who Care : Benefits for a Banfield Veterinary Assistant

When it comes to benefits, we support your personal wellness and professional development. We offer a wide range of perks and programs that help you take care of yourself and your family € including your pets.

Personal Health, Savings, and Wellness Benefits

Every team member needs to be appreciated. All Vet Assistants receive a generous benefits package including 401(k) participation, paid time off and Optimum Wellness Plans for your pets.

In addition, medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance is offered to associates based on eligibility.

Potential as Big as Your Passion

Whether you 're a new Vet Assistant, have been working for years or are changing careers, we 'll support your professional growth with :

Performance development plans designed to help you reach your established careers goals

Relevant learning opportunities

Networking events

Ways to offer your skills to your community

A Support Structure That Helps You Thrive

We 've created a one-of-a-kind leadership structure throughout our practice that includes support from our Corporate headquarters, the field and hospital level.

Together we are a team, making a real impact on pet health care in hospitals, communities and the field of veterinary medicine.

Start your Banfield Career as a Veterinary Assistant

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