Veterinary Technician
Company: Banfield Pet Hospital
Location: Mcallen
Posted on: May 13, 2022
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Job Description:
Veterinary TechnicianBanfield aspires to be a practice where, as
a team, we make a positive impact on pet health care in hospitals,
communities, and the field of veterinary medicine. And we believe
hiring people with diverse perspectives, ideas, and cultures
permits us to deliver the highest quality of preventive care.As a
Banfield veterinary technician, you will work alongside pet health
care industry experts to make a difference in the lives of the pets
and clients we serve. With the chance to utilize your veterinary
knowledge, communication skills, and love for pets, this role will
afford you the opportunity to define a clear career path for
continued growth and learning.Responsibilities:Support
veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care, advocate for pets,
and educate clients.With each hospital function, assist
veterinarians and the medical team to maximize productivity and
maintain positive patient flow.Assist with surgeries and procedures
in accordance with your state's Veterinary Practice Act outlined
for credentialed veterinary technicians.Communicate with clients
about individualized pet health concerns and offer guidance on
Optimum Wellness Plan - options, medications, and additional
treatments.Assist in maintaining relevant, comprehensive medical
records with the support of practice systems, including Banfield's
database, PetWare, designed to obtain data for population
research.Obtain relevant health history and information from
clients and maintain medical charts.Use safe restraining
techniques, follow standard protocols, and sustain clean, sterile,
organized treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs.Be willing to
guide, mentor, and support fellow team
members.Requirements:Veterinary Technician Certification or
Licensure (CVT, RVT, LVT, or LVMT)Commitment beyond
qualificationsBeing a veterinary technician requires much more than
AVMA certified credentials. It means bringing your talents, skills,
dedication, and a desire for developing alongside your peers. But,
most importantly, it means showing up each day with a passion for
pets and working with others who believe preventive care is the key
to helping pets achieve long and healthy lives. As we do with all
our associates, we look to our vet techs to adopt our Five
Principles - Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency, and
Freedom. And, while your on-paper qualifications are of course
important, we actively seek out vet techs who thrive on delivering
outstanding client and pet experiences.Your wellbeing matters.We
know that your real passion for pet well-being is why you chose
this profession. At Banfield, we believe it is just as important to
support the well-being of those who devote their lives to this
cause. Through our extensive network and support structure,
Banfield offers a wide array of benefits and programs, empowering
you to focus on yourself and your family, as you care for pets and
clients.As a Banfield vet tech, we want you to take full advantage
of work and play through:Competitive salary with paid time
offMedical, dental, vision, and prescription drug benefits for you
and eligible dependentsCompany matching 401(k) Savings PlanPaid
parental leave100% practice paid short and long-term disability -
includes maternity leaveOptimum Wellness Plans (OWPs) for up to
three petsA variety of discounts including Mars, PetSmart, Royal
Canin, fitness, cellular, and so much morePotential as Big as Your
PassionWhether you are a newly certified or experienced vet tech, a
job at Banfield opens the door to exploring the next best move in
your career. We are committed to helping you grow as a vet tech by
providing:Performance Development Plans (PDP) are designed to help
you define and achieve your career goalsAnnual CE
allowancePractice-paid continuing education opportunities along
with the opportunity to attend partner conferencesFree membership
to NAVTA, practice-paid subscriptions to VetFolio, and VetGirl.
Fear-free certification discount.Ability to grow into leadership
roles at the field and practice levelSupport that helps you
thriveWe've created a structure that includes leadership and
support at the hospital level, in the field, and at our
headquarters, all with one goal in mind: helping you deliver
quality care for all pets.Commitment to community wellnessThrough
volunteering efforts, and our programs designed to benefit local
shelters and rescues, we strengthen the pet-human connections in
our communities. Discover how we support the wellbeing of our
people and profession through the Mars Volunteer Program (MVP).So,
what are you waiting for? Make your move and apply today!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, age, genetic information, or
protected veteran status. If you have a disability or special need
that requires accommodation, please let us know. Banfield Pet
Hospital follows all applicable federal, state, and local laws
governing nondiscrimination in employment in every Banfield
location.
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