Veterinary Assistant
Listed on 2026-02-01
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Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care
Veterinary, Animal / Pet Care
Job Overview
The Veterinary Assistant is a key member of the Banfield Pet 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.
Responsibilities- 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
We’re looking for Veterinary 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 and effective communicators.
BenefitsThe pay range for this role is $15.19 – $19.41 hourly. The pay range listed reflects a general hiring range for the area, with the specific rate determined based on the candidate’s experience, skill level, and education, and may vary depending on location or applicable minimum wage laws.
- 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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