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.
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