Veterinary Assistant

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Veterinary Assistant
Location: Banfield Northridge

As a Veterinary Assistant, you play a vital role in delivering high-quality, compassionate care to pets while supporting a collaborative and efficient veterinary team. This position offers the opportunity to grow your skills, educate clients, and make a meaningful impact every day.

Key Responsibilities:

• Uphold and exemplify the Five Principles of Mars, Inc.: Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency, and Freedom

• Assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians by serving as their extra eyes, ears, and hands to ensure top-quality patient care and improve team productivity

• Support the flow of patients by communicating clearly with the veterinary team and other hospital associates

• Deliver professional, efficient service by preparing for procedures, monitoring hospitalized and surgical patients (within legal scope), and ensuring a comfortable environment for pets and clients

• Educate clients on preventive care, Optimum Wellness Plans, hospital services, and overall pet health

• Accurately obtain patient history and maintain complete, organized medical records

• Ensure safety for pets, clients, and associates by following safe handling and restraint techniques and maintaining clean, sterile exam rooms and treatment areas

• Assist with surgery when applicable and within your scope of practice

• Utilize your technical skills to the fullest extent allowed under state practice acts and NAVTA guidelines

• Mentor and support fellow paraprofessionals in the hospital

• Perform additional duties as assigned to support overall hospital operations

Qualifications:

• Experience in a veterinary or animal care setting preferred

• Strong communication, organizational, and teamwork skills

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

• Must meet all state requirements for veterinary assistant duties

Why Work With Us?

At Banfield, you’ll be part of a dedicated team focused on delivering the best care to pets and their families. We offer opportunities for training, career advancement, and professional growth, all within a mission-driven environment.

The pay range for this role is

$17.60 - $22.49 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.  

Here at Banfield, we prioritize your well-being and professional growth by offering a comprehensive total rewards package, including health, wellness, and financial support for you, your family, and even your pets. Check out some of our “Meow-velous” benefits:  

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Enjoy peace of mind knowing your health and wellness are our top priorities. We've got your essential medical, dental, and vision care covered. 

• Generous Retirement Plans (401(k) and Roth): Invest in your future and enjoy a generous company match to help you build a secure financial future.* 

• Best-in-Class Student Debt Relief Program (for Full-Time DVMs): At Banfield, we understand the significant financial burden of student debt on veterinarians. We are committed to supporting our veterinary professionals and believe that addressing student debt is crucial for the long-term health of the veterinary profession.  

• Paid Time Off and Holidays: Take a break, recharge your wellbeing, and celebrate days of personal significance with paid time off and holidays.* 

• Top-Tier Mental Health and Wellbeing Resources: Your mental