Licensed Veterinary Technician

Banfield Pet Hospital; Porter (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

Three Free Optimum Wellness Plans for Pets

Job summary

A leading veterinary care provider in Texas is hiring Licensed Veterinary Technicians, both full-time and part-time. This role offers a competitive pay range of $22.01-$31.80 per hour and focuses on providing high-quality preventive care for pets. Candidates should have the appropriate certification and a strong passion for animal care. The position supports a positive, collaborative work environment with various growth and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (CVT, RVT, LVT, or LVMT) based on state requirements.
• Experience providing preventive care for pets.
• Ability to build strong relationships with pets and their owners.

Responsibilities

• Provide the best possible care to pets, focusing on preventive care.
• Perform veterinary technician appointments under supervision.
• Cultivate a positive work culture and collaborate with teammates.

Skills

Veterinary Technician Certification

Preventive care

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Veterinary Technician Certification or Licensure

Job description

Overview

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Licensed Veterinary Technician – We are hiring full-time and part-time for the following location(s): Kingwood.

The pay range for this role is $22.01-$31.80/hour. The pay range listed reflects a general hiring range for the area, 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.

This posting will remain open for a minimum of two weeks or until a sufficient pool of qualified applicants has been received.

Who We Are

We\'re Banfield. 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 Certified Veterinary Technician 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.

• 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 the supervising veterinarian, perform veterinary technician appointments. All appointments must be under the direction and supervision of a 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

Requirements

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

What We Offer

Here at Banfield, we prioritize your well-being and professional growth by offering a comprehensive total rewards package, including health, wellness, and financial support for you, your family, and even your pets. We value work-life balance too!

• 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
• Three Free Optimum Wellness Plans for Pets
• Exclusive Discounts

Benefits eligibility is based on employment status. Full-time Associates are eligible for all benefit programs; Part-time Associates are eligible for those benefits with an asterisk.

• 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

Full Job Description Details

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. 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 laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every Banfield location. We believe that embracing inclusion and diversity enables us to live our Purpose: A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS.