Registered Veterinary Technician

About the role

We are hiring a Registered Veterinary Technician to join our team in Concord, Clayton Valley, Antioch, or Antioch West. The pay range for this role is $27.52 - $39.75 per hour.

Responsibilities

• Provide furry, feathered, and scaled pets with the best possible care, especially preventive care
• Upon approval from supervising veterinarian, perform veterinary technician appointments
• All appointments must be under the direction and supervision of veterinarian and in compliance with state law
• 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 own expertise and ways of practicing medicine
• Exemplify the Mars Five Principles — Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency, and Freedom

Requirements

The ideal candidate should have:

• A degree in Veterinary Technology or a related field
• Current certification as a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)
• Experience working in a veterinary clinic
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge of veterinary medical terminology and procedures

Qualifications

The successful candidate will have:

• At least 1 year of experience as a Registered Veterinary Technician
• Proven ability to handle stressful situations and maintain composure
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Passion for animal care and veterinary medicine

Skills

Essential skills for this role include:

• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to lift and move patients
• Knowledge of electronic medical records systems

Benefits

Banfield offers a comprehensive total rewards package, including:

• 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
• Identity Protection
• Commuter Benefits
• Three Free Optimum Wellness Plans for Pets
• Exclusive Discounts

Pay

The pay range for this role is $27.52 - $39.75 per hour.

Schedule

Flexible scheduling is offered to allow you to practice at the top of your license.