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Veterinary Assistant

AT Banfield Pet Hospital
Banfield Pet Hospital

Veterinary Assistant

Miami, FL

Responsibilities



Communicate with veterinarian, veterinary technicians and all otherassociates to maintain the flow of patients



Provide professional, efficient and exceptional service at all times



This includes performingor preparingprocedures that do not require veterinarianor veterinary technicianassistance, completing preparatory work for other procedures, ensuring that clients and pets are comfortable in the hospital, and monitoring hospitalized or surgical petsas allowed in the state practice acts



Educate clients about Optimum Wellness Plans, preventive care, pet health needs,hospitalservices and other issues



Obtain relevant information and history from clients and maintain proper and complete medical charts

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Ensure the safety of pets, clients and associates by utilizing safe restraining techniques, following standard protocols, and maintaining clean, sterile and organized treatment areas, exam rooms and labs



Assist with surgery as applicable



Utilize technical skills to the fullest, withinstate practiceacts and as outlined in the NAVTA guidelines for veterinaryassistant skills and duties



Mentor other paraprofessionals in the hospital



Other job duties as assigned

Full description

• Live and exemplify the Five Principles of Mars, Inc. within self and team. • Act as the extra eyes, ears and hands for the veterinarianand veterinary technicianto ensure the best quality pet care and to maximize the veterinarian's and veterinary technician's productivity. Communicate with veterinarian, veterinary technicians and all otherassociates to maintain the flow of patients. • Provide professional, efficient and exceptional service at all times. This includes performingor preparingprocedures that do not require veterinarianor veterinary technicianassistance, completing preparatory work for other procedures, ensuring that clients and pets are comfortable in the hospital, and monitoring hospitalized or surgical petsas allowed in the state practice acts. • Educate clients about Optimum Wellness Plans, preventive care, pet health needs,hospitalservices and other issues. • Obtain relevant information and history from clients and maintain proper and complete medical charts. • Ensure the safety of pets, clients and associates by utilizing safe restraining techniques, following standard protocols, and maintaining clean, sterile and organized treatment areas, exam rooms and labs. • Assist with surgery as applicable. • Utilize technical skills to the fullest, withinstate practiceacts and as outlined in the NAVTA guidelines for veterinaryassistant skills and duties. • Mentor other paraprofessionals in the hospital. • Other job duties as assigned

Client-provided location(s): Miami, FL, USA
Job ID: banfield-R-171261
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • On-Site Gym
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Four-Day Work Week
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Pet-friendly Office
    • Casual Dress
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Leave of Absence
    • Paid Holidays
    • Paid Vacation
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Financial Counseling
    • Relocation Assistance
    • 401(K)
  • Professional Development

    • Promote From Within
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Professional Coaching
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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