Veterinary Technician
Company: Banfield Pet Hospital
Location: Tinley Park
Posted on: June 21, 2022
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Job Description:
Certified 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
(https://www.banfield.com/pet-healthcare/optimum-wellness-plans)
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
(http://stateofpethealth.com/) .+ 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 (http://www.banfield.com/about-us) 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 off+ Medical, dental, vision, and
prescription drug benefits for you and eligible dependents+
Automatic enrollment in 401(k) Savings Plan after 60 days of
employment+ Health Savings Account with annual practice-paid
funding of $750 to supplement health care expenses+ Automatic
enrollment in 100% practice paid short- and long-term disability
after 60 days of employment includes maternity leave+ Optimum
Wellness Plans (OWPs) for up to three pets+ A 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 goals+ Practice-paid continuing education opportunities
along with the opportunity to attend partner conferences+ Free
membership to NAVTA, practice-paid subscription to VetFolio, and a
50% discount for VetGirl+ Opportunities to lend your skills to the
local communities where you live and serve
(https://www.banfield.com/about-us/community/wellness-communities)
+ Ability 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
(https://www.banfield.com/about-us/community/wellness-communities)
of our people and profession through the Mars Volunteer Program
(http://www.mars.com/global/careers/work-at-mars/make-a-difference/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.
Keywords: Banfield Pet Hospital, Tinley Park , Veterinary Technician, Professions , Tinley Park, Illinois
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