Veterinary Assistant

About the Role

For those who want to put their love of pets into action, there are few jobs more rewarding than that of a Veterinary Assistant at Banfield Pet Hospital. While working closely with other pet health care professionals, you'll have the chance to advocate for pets and educate clients on all aspects of pet health. As a key member of the hospital team, you support and assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians, ensuring the safety of pets, clients, and associates, and the continuity of quality veterinary care.

A day in the life involves providing professional, efficient, and exceptional service to ensure clients and pets are comfortable. You will use your technical skills daily within state practice acts and NAVTA guidelines to help maintain patient flow, communicate with the veterinary team, and set up procedures. You will also adhere to hospital standards to keep treatment areas clean and organized, while educating clients about the importance of preventive care and mentoring other team members.

Our Culture and Values

Every associate has an important contribution to make to the veterinary team. We look 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. We value associates who are action-oriented, customer-focused, good listeners, and effective communicators.

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.

Growth and Development

Whether you're a new Vet Assistant, have been working for years, or are changing careers, we'll support your professional growth. We offer performance development plans designed to help you reach your established career goals, relevant learning opportunities, networking events, and ways to offer your skills to your community.

How to Apply

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. If you are ready to make your move, apply today to learn more about the impact you can make as part of a Banfield hospital team.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Banfield Pet Hospital strongly supports and values the uniqueness of all individuals and promotes a work environment where diversity is embraced. We are an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free, smoke-free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. Banfield Pet Hospital complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every Banfield location.