Vet Assistant PT - 5364 Glenarden Woodmore

BANFIELD PET HOSPITAL VETERINARY ASSISTANT u2013 MD Effective: 10/1/2024 For those who want to put their love of pets into action, there are few jobs more rewarding than that of Veterinary Assistant. While working closely with other pet health care professionals at Banfield, youu2019ll have the chance to advocate for pets and educate clients on all aspects of pet health. In addition, if your goal is to advance in your career, youu2019ll have access to a variety of learning and development opportunities along the way. 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: u00b7 Helping maintain the flow of patients. u00b7 Communicating with the veterinarian and vet techs. u00b7 Carrying out or setting up procedures that do not require veterinarian or vet tech assistance. u00b7 Adhering to hospital standards that keep pets safe, and the treatment areas, exam rooms and labs clean and organized. u00b7 Educating clients about our Optimum Wellness Plansu00ae and the importance of preventive care. u00b7 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. Weu2019re 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 u2013 as their guide. In addition, our Vet Assistants are: u00b7 Action Oriented u00b7 Customer Focused u00b7 Good Listeners u00b7 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 familyu2014including your pets. u00b7 Pay Range for this role is $15.19 - $26.57/hour. Specific pay rates are dependent on experience, skill level, and education of the candidate, as well as geographic location. u00b7 Banfield offers an industry competitive benefits package and continues to invest in and evolve benefits programs that meet the health, wellness, and financial needs of our associates. Our benefits package includes: o Medical, Dental, Vision o Basic Life (company paid) & Supplemental Life o Short- and Long-Term Disability (company paid) o Flexible Spending Accounts o Commuter Benefits o Legal Plan o Health Savings Account with company funding o 401(k) with generous company match o Paid Time Off & Holidays o Paid Parental Leave o Student Debt Program (for FT DVMs) o Continuing Education allowance for eligible positions o Free Optimum Wellness Plans for your petsu2019 preventive and general care Benefits eligibility is based on employment status. FT associates are eligible for all benefits programs (Student Debt Program available for FT DVMs only); PT associates are eligible for those benefits highlighted with an asterisk. WE ARE A DRUG-FREE, SMOKE-FREE, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Banfield Pet Hospitalu00ae strongly supports and values the uniqueness of all individuals and promotes a work environment where diversity is embraced. Banfield Pet Hospital is an equal opportunity employer. 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. Potential as Big as Your Passion Whether youu2019re a new Vet Assistant, have been working for years or are changing careers, weu2019ll support your professional growth with: u00b7 Performance development plans designed to help you reach your established careers goals. u00b7 Relevant learning opportunities. u00b7 Networking events. u00b7 Ways to offer your skills to your community. A Support Structure That Helps You Thrive Weu2019ve 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 Learn more about the impact you can make as part of a Banfield hospital team and see how we support the wellness of our people and profession.

Created: 2025-12-05