Licensed Veterinary Technician
About The Position
Banfield started in 1955 as a small practice with big ideas about preventive pet care and is now the leading general veterinary care practice in America, dedicated to providing high quality preventive care and treatment to achieve its mission: A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS. The company is looking for Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVTs) to join their team, enabling them to work at the top of their license and providing resources and training. Banfield cultivates a supportive work environment based on collaboration, networking, and mutual support. They seek individuals with diverse perspectives, ideas, and cultures who can contribute their expertise to benefit pets, clients, teams, and communities. The role is open to both recent graduates and experienced Licensed Technicians, offering opportunities for professional career growth.
Requirements
- Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)
- Possess passion, skills, and education relevant to the role
- Ability to perform duties in compliance with state law
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
- Sign-on bonus for full-time and part-time Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVTs)
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Generous Retirement Plans (401(k) and Roth)
- Generous company match for retirement plans
- Best-in-Class Student Debt Relief Program (for Full-Time DVMs)
- Paid Time Off and Holidays
- Top-Tier Mental Health and Wellbeing Resources
- Free coaching and counseling sessions
- 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 (for both 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
- Voluntary Protection Benefits (coverage for hospital stays, critical illness, and accidents)
- Legal Plan
- Identity Protection
- Commuter Benefits
- Three Free Optimum Wellness Plans for Pets
- Exclusive Discounts
- Flexible scheduling
- Ability to practice at the top of your license
- Locations all over the 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
