Licensed Veterinary Technician

Marsveterinary; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 30,320 - 43,807; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Generous Retirement Plans (401(k) and Roth)

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Continuing Education Allowance

Flexible scheduling

Opportunities for growth and leadership roles

Job summary

Banfield Pet Hospital in Houston, Texas is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician to provide excellent veterinary care for pets. This role emphasizes building relationships with both pets and their human companions while working under the supervision of a veterinarian.

The position offers a supportive environment with numerous benefits, including competitive pay, medical insurance, and ample opportunities for professional growth and development.

Qualifications

• Must be a Licensed Veterinary Technician with appropriate schooling.
• Strong interpersonal skills for building relationships with pets and owners.
• Ability to follow the direction of a veterinarian.

Responsibilities

• Provide preventive care for pets.
• Perform veterinary technician appointments under supervision.
• Build close relationships with pets and their owners.
• Work collaboratively within a team.
• Exemplify Mars Five Principles in practice.

Skills

Veterinary care

Relationship building

Team collaboration

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician certificate

Job description

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Position available for Licensed Veterinary Technician at Banfield.

Location

Old Katy

Salary

The pay range for this role is $22.01 - $31.80 per hour. The pay range listed reflects a general hiring range for the area and the first level of this job, with the specific rate determined based on the candidate’s experience, skill level, abilities, education, and may vary depending on location or minimum wage laws.

About Banfield

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 love pets and come work with Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVTs) who enable them to work at the top of their license with 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.

Role 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 a 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: We cover essential medical, dental, and vision care for you and your family.

• Generous Retirement Plans (401(k) and Roth): Company match helps you build a secure financial future.

• 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 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.

• 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.

• 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

WE ARE A DRUG‑FREE, SMOKE‑FREE, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Banfield Pet Hospital® strongly supports and values the uniqueness of all individuals and promotes a work environment where diversity is embraced. Banfield Pet Hospital is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. Banfield Pet Hospital complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every Banfield location.

Purpose

A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS.