Veterinary Assistant - 5216

Marshfield Animal Hospital

Base: $15.19 - $19.41 hourly; bonus/equity: not sp...
**
Safe restraining techniques for pets
Client education on pet health
Technical skills per navta guidelines
** Marshfield Animal Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians in providing quality care for pets, educating clients, and maintaining a safe hospital environment. The ideal candidate should possess strong communication and organizational skills, a commitment to client service, and relevant veterinary assistant training or experience. **

Job Summary

  • The Veterinary Assistant supports veterinarians and veterinary technicians to ensure quality care, advocates for pets, educates clients, and maintains a safe hospital environment.
  • The role requires performing preparatory and non-veterinarian procedures, client communication, and mentoring paraprofessionals while exemplifying company principles.
  • Banfield offers a comprehensive total rewards package including medical, dental, vision insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, mental health resources, and exclusive pet wellness plans.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** Marshfield Animal Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians in providing quality care for pets, educating clients, and maintaining a safe hospital environment. The ideal candidate should possess strong communication and organizational skills, a commitment to client service, and relevant veterinary assistant training or experience. **

Salary

Base: $15.19 - $19.41 Hourly; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, paid time off, mental health resources, and more

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Safe restraining techniques for pets
  • Client education on pet health
  • Technical skills per NAVTA guidelines
  • Monitoring hospitalized and surgical pets
  • Assisting with veterinary procedures
  • Use of medical software and Microsoft Office
  • Ability to multi-task under distraction

Nice-to-have

  • Strong problem solving skills
  • Effective communication skills
  • Organizational ability and orderliness
  • Initiative and willingness to take responsibility
  • Cooperativeness and teamwork
  • Flexibility with work hours and tasks
  • Tolerance for stress and resiliency

Key Requirements

  • Certificate from NAVTA approved Veterinary Assistant program or equivalent
  • High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
  • Minimum one year related experience
  • Must be at least 18 years old for radiography duties
  • Ability to perform NAVTA required skills
  • Customer service experience preferred

Work Rights

Not specified

Tailored Resume

Cover Letter