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 while maintaining the continuity of quality veterinary care.

A Day in the Life

The Veterinary Assistant provides professional, efficient, and exceptional service at all times, ensuring that clients and pets feel comfortable in the hospital. You will use your technical skills daily within state practice acts and NAVTA guidelines. Your role involves maintaining patient flow, communicating effectively with the veterinary team, setting up procedures, and adhering to hospital standards that keep treatment areas clean and organized. Additionally, you will educate clients about Optimum Wellness Plans® and the importance of preventive care, while mentoring other members of the hospital team.

Commitment Beyond Qualifications

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

Growth and Support

Whether you're a new Vet Assistant, have been working for years, or are changing careers, Banfield supports your professional growth with performance development plans, relevant learning opportunities, and networking events. We have created a one-of-a-kind leadership structure that includes support from Corporate headquarters, the field, and the hospital level. Together, we are a team making a real impact on pet health care in hospitals, communities, and the field of veterinary medicine.

Hiring Process

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.

Equal Opportunity

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 complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location.