Full-Time

Shift Lead

Posted on 5/9/2026

Banfield Pet Hospital

Banfield Pet Hospital

10,001+ employees

Compensation Overview

$17.57 - $22.45/hr

Huntersville, NC, USA

In Person

Category
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary (2)
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Required Skills
Customer Service
Requirements
  • minimum of two years of veterinary hospital experience
  • you must be 18 years of age or older
  • you must be available to work weekend and evening shifts
  • you must be comfortable working in an environment with loud noise and strong smells
Responsibilities
  • perform the duties of a Client Services Coordinator or Vet Assistant when not filling in or assisting the Practice Manager or Chief of Staff in guiding the team to maximize productivity and profitability of the hospital
  • work with the Practice Manager and/or Chief of Staff (COS) to ensure effective communication with all clients and internal stakeholders and colleagues
  • assist and support the hospital leadership in developing an efficient, productive team that provides the highest quality care and service to the most pets and clients
  • follow Banfield protocols and practices, focusing the team to achieve practice priorities while building our culture and brand
  • day-to-day supervision of the team when called upon and ensuring quality medical care, exceptional client service, associate engagement and maximum productivity
  • help create an environment where a team can deliver quality, efficient and effective veterinary care to pets and fostering an environment that engages associates, where associates do their best and feel good about being a member of the team
  • provide professional, efficient and exceptional client service (lead by example), ensuring all associates do the same, to include client education about Optimum Wellness Plans, preventive care, pet health needs, hospital services, marketing campaigns, and other related information; effectively resolve client issues
  • assist in effectively scheduling associates to meet client needs according, while proactively planning time off and CE scheduling
  • ensuring compliance with all practice policies and procedures
  • ensuring adherence to Banfield dress and grooming guidelines
  • you must believe preventive care is the best and only way to achieve a long and healthy life for each pet.
  • you must embrace and thrive on providing exceptional client and pet experiences.
  • you must be available to work weekend and evening shifts.
  • you must be comfortable working in an environment with loud noise and strong smells.
  • you must be 18 years of age or older.
Banfield Pet Hospital

Banfield Pet Hospital

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Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

San Juan Capistrano, California

Founded

1955

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Periodontal disease research enables targeted preventive care marketing to pet owners.
  • Antibiotic stewardship leadership positions Banfield ahead of antimicrobial resistance trends.
  • Celebrity partnerships like Dylan Efron boost brand visibility and client acquisition.

What critics are saying

  • Veterinary staffing shortages leave 75M U.S. pets without adequate care access.
  • Pet obesity epidemic exposes liability versus competitors with advanced weight management.
  • Mars private equity ownership risks divestiture and forced asset sales.

What makes Banfield Pet Hospital unique

  • Largest privately owned veterinary practice with 1,000+ clinics nationwide.
  • Leverages 3+ million annual pet visits for proprietary health research data.
  • Mars Veterinary Health backing provides capital for $8M annual vet investment.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Mental Health Support

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

Parental Leave

Family Planning Benefits

Fertility Treatment Support

Childcare Support

Elder Care Support

Student Loan Assistance

Professional Development Budget

Back-Up Child and Elder Care & Family Support Resources

Commuter Benefits

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

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