Registered Veterinary Technician
About The Position
Banfield is hiring a Registered Veterinary Technician for its Chula Vista S - 1498 location. The role supports Banfield’s mission of providing high-quality preventive care and treatment for pets. The technician works under the direction and supervision of a veterinarian and in compliance with state law, and may perform veterinary technician appointments upon approval from the supervising veterinarian. Banfield describes its work environment as supportive and collaborative, with resources and training to help technicians work at the top of their license. The listed pay range is $24.94–$36.02 per hour; the specific rate depends on experience, skills, abilities, education, location, and applicable minimum-wage laws. Banfield offers a comprehensive rewards package with health, wellness, and financial support, as well as opportunities for professional growth, flexible scheduling, continuing education, and leadership development. Benefits eligibility depends on employment status. Full-time associates are eligible for all benefit programs, while part-time associates are eligible for certain benefits.
Responsibilities
- Provide pets with the best possible care, especially preventive care.
- Upon approval from the supervising veterinarian, perform veterinary technician appointments under veterinarian direction and supervision and in compliance with state law.
- Build close relationships with pets and their owners.
- Work closely with teammates and contribute to a positive, dynamic work culture.
- Bring personal expertise and approaches to veterinary medicine to help shape the future of the field.
- Exemplify the Mars Five Principles: Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency, and Freedom.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) and Roth retirement plans with company match
- Paid time off and holidays
- Mental health and wellbeing resources, including free coaching and counseling sessions
- Company-paid associate life insurance and optional supplemental life insurance
- Company-paid short- and long-term disability
- Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
- Health savings account (HSA)
- Paid parental leave for birth and adoption
- Continuing education allowance for eligible positions
- Back-up child and elder care and family support resources
- Fertility and family-building support
- Digital exercise therapy
- Voluntary protection benefits for hospital stays, critical illness, and accidents
- Legal plan
- Identity protection
- Commuter benefits
- Three free Optimum Wellness Plans for pets
- Exclusive discounts
- Flexible scheduling
- 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
- Opportunities to volunteer through the Mars Volunteer Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
