Veterinary Assistant

At Banfield Pet Hospital, we are looking for a reliable, hard-working Veterinary Assistant who is passionate about providing quality care to our patients. The successful candidate will be an important part of our team, providing assistance to our veterinarians and animal care staff.The ideal candidate for this role will have a genuine love for animals and a strong commitment to helping others. We are seeking a candidate who is detail-oriented, a team player, and has excellent communication and organizational skills. The candidate should be knowledgeable of veterinary medical standards and have experience handling animals.If you have a passion for helping animals and making a difference, then we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

1. Assist veterinarians and other animal care staff in providing quality medical care to patients.
2. Ensure that all medical standards and protocols are followed.
3. Handle animals safely and with care.
4. Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
5. Monitor patient progress and report any changes to the veterinarian or other staff members.
6. Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
7. Prepare and organize all necessary medical equipment and supplies.
8. Provide support and assistance to clients regarding their pet’s health.
9. Keep accurate and detailed records of patient visits and treatments.
10. Assist with other general duties as assigned.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Veterinary Assistant in Waldorf, MD, USA is from $25,000 to $38,000 per year. This range is based on the median salary information provided by PayScale.com and other sources.

Banfield Pet Hospital is a privately owned company based in Vancouver, Washington, United States, that operates veterinary clinics. Part of the Mars, Incorporated family of companies, Banfield owns clinics in the United States, Mexico, and the United Kingdom.