Licensed Veterinary Technician
About The Position
Banfield Pet Hospital is hiring full-time and part-time Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVTs) for its Amherst Hospital. The hospital is a leading general veterinary care practice in America, focused on providing high-quality preventive care and treatment. Banfield aims to enable LVTs to work at the top of their license, providing them with resources and training in a supportive, collaborative work environment. The role is for individuals with passion, skills, and education, welcoming diverse perspectives and experiences to benefit pets, clients, teams, and communities. It offers a new beginning for recent graduates or experienced technicians looking for a change, with opportunities for professional career growth.
Requirements
- Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)
Nice To Haves
- Recent graduate or experienced Licensed Technician looking for a change
Responsibilities
- Provide furry, feathered, and scaled pets with the best possible care, especially preventive care
- Upon approval from supervising veterinarian, perform veterinary technician appointments. All appointments must be under the direction and supervision of veterinarian and in compliance with state law.
- Build close relationships with pets and the humans who love them
- Work closely with teammates and cultivate a positive, dynamic work culture
- Impact the future of veterinary medicine with your own expertise and ways of practicing medicine
- Exemplify the Mars Five Principles — Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency, and Freedom
Benefits
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Generous Retirement Plans (401(k) and Roth) with company match
- Paid Time Off and Holidays
- Top-Tier Mental Health and Wellbeing Resources (free coaching and counseling)
- Company-Paid Associate Life Insurance & Supplemental Life Insurance options
- Company-Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for healthcare and dependent care
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Paid Parental Leave (for birth and adoption)
- Continuing Education Allowance (for Eligible Positions)
- Back-Up Child and Elder Care & Family Support Resources
- Fertility and Family Building Support
- Digital Exercise Therapy program
- Voluntary Protection Benefits (hospital stays, critical illness, accidents)
- Legal Plan
- Identity Protection
- Commuter Benefits
- Three free Optimum Wellness Plans for Pets
- Exclusive Discounts on products and services
- Flexible scheduling
- Ability to practice at the top of your license
- Opportunities for growth and leadership roles at Banfield, Mars, and other divisions of Mars
- Dedicated onboarding and development support
- National partner conferences for networking and continuing education
- Discount on Fear Free Certification
- Practice-paid subscription to NAVTA, VetGirl, and Vetfolio
- Associate-led equity, inclusion, and diversity groups
- Opportunities to volunteer through Mars Volunteer Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
