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. In this role, you will work closely with other pet health care professionals to advocate for pets and educate clients on all aspects of pet health. As a key member of the hospital team, you will support veterinarians and veterinary technicians, ensuring the safety of pets, clients, and associates while maintaining the continuity of quality veterinary care.

A Day in the Life

You will provide professional, efficient, and exceptional service, ensuring that clients and pets feel comfortable in the hospital. Your daily work involves using technical skills within state practice acts and NAVTA guidelines to help maintain patient flow, communicate effectively with the veterinary team, and set up procedures. You will also adhere to hospital standards to keep treatment areas clean and organized, educate clients on the importance of preventive care and Optimum Wellness Plans®, and mentor other members of the hospital team.

Our Culture and Values

Every associate makes an important contribution to the veterinary team. We look for Vet Assistants who are dedicated, 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.

Support and Growth

We have created a one-of-a-kind leadership structure that includes support from Corporate headquarters, the field, and the hospital level. Whether you are new to the field, have years of experience, or are changing careers, we support your professional growth through performance development plans, relevant learning opportunities, networking events, and ways to offer your skills to the community.

Hiring Process

If you are a current associate, please apply through our internal career site by logging into Workday and clicking on the Jobs Hub app or searching for Browse Jobs.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Banfield Pet Hospital is an equal opportunity employer that strongly supports and values the uniqueness of all individuals. We promote a work environment where diversity is embraced and believe that inclusion enables us to live our Purpose: A Better World for Pets. 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. We are a drug-free, smoke-free workplace.