Veterinary Technician

Company: Banfield Pet Hospital
Location: Yorba Linda
Posted on: April 25, 2021

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 to 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 Banfields 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 clientsAs 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 dependentsAutomatic enrollment in 401(k) Savings Plan after 60 days of employmentHealth Savings Account with annual practice-paid funding of $750 to supplement health care expensesAutomatic enrollment in 100% practice paid short- and long-term disability after 60 days of employment 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 an 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) designed to help you define and achieve your career goalsPractice-paid continuing education opportunities along with the opportunity to attend partner conferencesFree membership to NAVTA, practice-paid subscription to VetFolio, and a 50% discount for VetGirlOpportunities to lend your skills to the local communities where you live and serve (to grow into leadership roles at the field and practice levelSupport that helps you thriveWeve 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.Job: Vet TechnicianTitle: Veterinary Technician - 000098Location: California-Yorba Linda-000098 Yorba Linda CaRequisition ID: 00000DQ1

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