BANFIELD PET HOSPITAL

VETERINARY ASSISTANT – CO

 - Anesthesia Experience preferred

Effective: 9/8/2024

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, you’ll 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, you’ll 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:

• 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.

Commitment Beyond Qualifications

Every associate including the Vet Assistant has an important contribution to make to the

veterinary team. We’re 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 – as their guide. In addition, our Vet Assistants are: