Registered Veterinary Technician

Banfield Pet Hospital; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 28,819 - 41,617; Part 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

Job summary

Banfield Pet Hospital in Hickory is hiring part-time or full-time Registered Veterinary Technicians (RVTs). The role emphasizes providing preventive care, building relationships with pets and clients, and collaborating with teammates. Banfield offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, wellness, and financial support, along with flexible scheduling and opportunities for professional growth. The pay range is $20.92 – $30.21 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Certification or licensure based on state requirements.
• Ability to provide preventive care for pets.
• Experience in building relationships with pets and their owners.

Responsibilities

• Provide pets with the best possible care, especially preventive care.
• Build close relationships with pets and their humans.
• Work closely with teammates and cultivate a positive work culture.

Skills

Veterinary Technician Certification or Licensure (CVT, RVT, LVT, or LVMT)

Passion for pet care

Interpersonal communication

Job description

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Overview

We are hiring part-time or full-time Registered Veterinary Technicians (RVTs) for the location: Hickory, 1610 8th Street Dr SE, Hickory, NC 28602.

The pay range for this role is $20.92 – $30.21 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 and sign-on bonus amount 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. 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. RVTs are valued, and Banfield enables RVTs to work at the top of their license and provides resources and training to support their best work. Banfield fosters a collaborative, supportive culture focused on teamwork and growth.

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 to bring their passion, skills, and education to our team. We hire individuals with diverse perspectives, ideas, and cultures who use their expertise to benefit pets, clients, teams, and communities. Whether you’re a recent graduate or an experienced technician seeking a new opportunity, Banfield offers an open path to the next step in your career.

Role Responsibilities

• Provide pets with the best possible care, especially preventive care
• 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 expertise and practices
• 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 well-being and professional growth with a comprehensive total rewards package including health, wellness, and financial support for you and your family. We value work-life balance. Benefits eligibility is based on employment status.

Full-time (FT) Associates are eligible for all benefit programs (Student Debt Program available for FT DVMs); Part-time Associates are eligible for those benefits with an asterisk.

The Good Stuff

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Generous Retirement Plans (401(k) and Roth)
• Student debt relief programs for eligible roles
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Mental Health and Wellbeing Resources
• Associate Life Insurance (company-paid) and Optional Additional Coverage
• Disability, FSA, and HSA options
• Paid Parental Leave for birth or 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 and Legal Plan
• Identity Protection and Commuter Benefits
• Three Free Optimum Wellness Plans for Pets
• Exclusive Discounts

Even More Good Stuff

• Flexible scheduling
• Ability to practice at the top of your license
• Locations across the US
• Opportunities for growth and leadership roles
• Onboarding and development support
• National partner conferences for networking and CE
• Discounts on certifications and professional resources
• Equity, inclusion, and diversity groups
• Volunteer opportunities through Mars Volunteer Program

Other

Full job description details and related tags may be included for search optimization. Banfield Pet Hospital is a drug-free, smoke-free, equal opportunity employer and commits to nondiscrimination in employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, veteran status, or disability.