Certified Veterinary Technician

Banfield Pet Hospital; Countryside (IL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in veterinary care is seeking a passionate Certified Veterinary Technician to join their team. In this role, you'll provide exceptional care to a variety of pets, focusing on preventive health and building strong relationships with both pets and their owners. The company prides itself on a supportive work environment and offers numerous benefits, including competitive salaries, flexible scheduling, and opportunities for professional growth. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of pets and their families, this position is the perfect opportunity to advance your career in a nurturing and dynamic setting.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) Savings Plan

Paid time off

Flexible scheduling

Continuing education opportunities

Paid short- and long-term disability

Health Savings Account

Discount on Fear Free Certification

Opportunities for growth and leadership

Volunteer opportunities through Mars Volunteer Program

Qualifications

• Looking for a Registered Veterinary Technician or a VT completing accreditation.
• Passion and skills in veterinary care are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide the best possible preventive care for pets.
• Build relationships with pets and their owners.
• Cultivate a positive work culture with teammates.

Skills

Veterinary Care

Preventive Care

Team Collaboration

Client Relationship Management

Education

Registered Veterinary Technician

Accreditation in Veterinary Technology

Job description

Certified Veterinary Technician

We are hiring for the following location:

1. Countryside
2. Orland Hills
3. Burbank
4. Chicago South Loop

The anticipated starting hourly rate for individuals expressing interest in this position is $24.22 to $34.98 per hour. Rate to be determined by the schedule, location, experience, skills, and abilities of the applicant. *Sign-on bonuses and relocation assistance may be available for a limited time only, depending on location.

Who we are

We’re Banfield. You’ve probably seen us around. We started in 1955 as a small practice with big ideas about preventive pet care. We’re now the leading general veterinary care practice in America, where providing high quality preventive care and treatment advances our mission: A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS. We’d love to have you join our team to help in this mission.

We love pets. You know who else we love? CVTs. We enable CVTs to work at the top of their license and provide them resources and training to feel and work their best. A supportive work environment is important at Banfield, and we cultivate a culture and team based on collaboration, networking, and lifting one another up.

Banfield’s here for you so you can be there for pets!

Who we’re looking for

We’re looking for a Registered Veterinary Technician (or a VT currently in the process of completing accreditation) to add their passion, skills, and education to our team. We believe in hiring individuals with diverse perspectives, ideas and cultures who use their expertise in a way that benefits pets, clients, teams, and communities.

Whether you’re a recent graduate or an experienced Technician looking for a change, a new beginning at Banfield means an open door to explore the next best move in your professional career.

Role responsibilities

1. Provide furry, feathered, and scaled pets with the best possible care, especially preventive care
2. Build close relationships with pets and the humans who love them
3. Work closely with teammates and cultivate a positive, dynamic work culture
4. Impact the future of veterinary medicine with your own expertise and ways of practicing medicine
5. Exemplify the Mars Five Principles — Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency, and Freedom

What we offer

Now the good stuff! We believe in taking care of our employees so they can take care of themselves, their family, and the pets they treat. We value work-life balance too! Here are just a few of the benefits full-time associates are eligible for:

1. Competitive salary with paid time off so you can spend time with the people you love
2. Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and loved ones
3. Competitive referral program – join our team, bring your friends and get paid!
4. Paid leave for new parents
5. 401(k) Savings Plan
6. Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account
7. Paid short- and long-term disability, including maternity leave
8. Optimum Wellness Plans for up to three pets plus discounts on Mars, PetSmart, RoyalCanin, and more
9. Flexible scheduling
10. Ability to practice at the top of your license
11. Locations all over the US to choose from
12. Opportunities for growth and leadership roles at Banfield, Mars, and other divisions of Mars
13. Dedicated onboarding and development support so you can grow your career (or become a coach yourself!)
14. Continuing education opportunities paid for by us
15. Health and well-being benefits to support quality of life
16. National partner conferences for networking and continuing education
17. Discount on Fear Free Certification
18. Practice-paid subscription to NAVTA, VetGirl, and Vetfolio
19. Associate-led equity, inclusion, and diversity groups (we have 7 of them!)
20. Awesome opportunities to volunteer through Mars Volunteer Program, like volunteering at coral reef cleanups or on research vessels!

Full job description (https://jobs.banfield.com/CVT-job-description)

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