Veterinary Assistant

Mars Inc

Braintree, MA, US
$17.60 - $22.49 hourly ph
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Support veterinarians and technicians
Ensure quality pet care
Advocate for pets
** Mars Inc is seeking a Veterinary Assistant in Braintree, MA, to support veterinarians and technicians in providing quality veterinary care, client education, and ensuring a safe hospital environment. The role emphasizes teamwork, communication, and adherence to company principles while offering comprehensive benefits. **

Job Summary

  • The Veterinary Assistant supports the veterinarians and veterinary technicians in ensuring quality veterinary care for all pets, advocates for pets, educates clients on all aspects of pet health, and ensures a safe and effective hospital environment.
  • The role requires utilizing technical skills to the fullest, within state practice acts and as outlined in the NAVTA guidelines for veterinary assistant skills and duties.
  • Banfield prioritizes 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.

Matching Summary

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** Mars Inc is seeking a Veterinary Assistant in Braintree, MA, to support veterinarians and technicians in providing quality veterinary care, client education, and ensuring a safe hospital environment. The role emphasizes teamwork, communication, and adherence to company principles while offering comprehensive benefits. **

Salary

$17.60 - $22.49 Hourly

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • support veterinarians and technicians
  • ensure quality pet care
  • advocate for pets
  • educate clients on pet health
  • maintain hospital environment
  • perform preparatory work for procedures
  • monitor hospitalized pets
  • maintain medical charts
  • utilize safe restraining techniques
  • assist with surgery

Nice-to-have

  • live and exemplify Five Principles of Mars
  • mentor other paraprofessionals
  • action oriented
  • customer focus
  • drive for results
  • ability to multi-task
  • strong written and verbal communication
  • organizational ability
  • problem solving skills
  • client service skills
  • intellectual ability
  • mathematical ability
  • computer skills
  • initiative
  • integrity
  • cooperativeness
  • flexibility
  • independence
  • tolerance for stress / resiliency

Key Requirements

  • Certificate of completion from NAVTA approved Veterinary Assistant program
  • equivalent combination of education, training and experience
  • High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
  • perform all required skills of NAVTA approved veterinary assistant programs
  • at least 18 years old
  • One year related experience required
  • customer service preferred

Work Rights

Not specified

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