Licensed Veterinary Technician

Banfield Pet Hospital • Newark, NJ

21h • Onsite

About The Position

Banfield Pet Hospital is hiring full-time and part-time Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVTs) for their Christiana Hospital location. The role focuses on providing high-quality preventive care and treatment for pets, enabling LVTs to work at the top of their license with provided resources and training. The company fosters a supportive, collaborative work environment and is dedicated to advancing the mission of 'A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS'. This position offers an opportunity for both recent graduates and experienced technicians to grow their careers.

Requirements

• Veterinary Technician Certification or Licensure (CVT, RVT, LVT, or LVMT) based on state requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Flexible scheduling
• Ability to practice at the top of your license
• Locations all over US to choose from
• 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
• Three Free Optimum Wellness Plans for Pets
• Exclusive Discounts

Responsibilities

• Provide furry, feathered, and scaled pets with the best possible care, especially preventive care
• Build close relationships with pets and the humans who love them
• 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.
• 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)
• Best-in-Class Student Debt Relief Program (for Full-Time DVMs)
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Top-Tier Mental Health and Wellbeing Resources
• Associate Life Insurance (company-paid) & Supplemental Life Insurance
• Company-Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Continuing Education Allowance (for Eligible Positions)
• Back-Up Child and Elder Care & Family Support Resources
• Fertility and Family Building Support
• Digital Exercise Therapy
• Voluntary Protection Benefits
• Legal Plan
• Identity Protection
• Commuter Benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed