Licensed Veterinary Technician

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)

Banfield Pet Hospital is hiring full‑time and part‑time LVTs for its Amherst Hospital, located at 1581 Niagara Falls Blvd, Ste 100, Amherst, NY 14228.

Pay range: $22.01 - $31.80 per hour. The specific rate is determined based on your experience, skill level, education, and may vary with location or minimum wage laws.

About Banfield

Banfield is a leading general veterinary care practice in America, focused on preventive pet care. We are committed to a better world for pets and to supporting LVTs in working at the top of their license.

Who We’re Looking For

Licensed Veterinary Technicians with a passion for pet care and a commitment to teamwork. Whether you are a recent graduate or an experienced technician, we welcome diverse perspectives.

Role Responsibilities

• Provide furry, feathered, and scaled pets with the best possible care, especially preventive care.
• Perform veterinary technician appointments upon approval from a supervising veterinarian, ensuring all work is under veterinary direction and compliant with state law.
• Build close relationships with pets and their owners.
• Collaborate with teammates to cultivate a positive, dynamic work culture.
• Impact the future of veterinary medicine by applying your expertise and innovative practices.
• Exemplify the Mars Five Principles - Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency, and Freedom.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Generous 401(k) and Roth retirement plans with company match.
• Best-in-Class Student Debt Relief Program for full-time DVMs.
• Paid Time Off and Holidays.
• Top-Tier Mental Health and Well-Being Resources.
• Associate Life Insurance (company-paid) and Supplemental Life Insurance.
• Company-Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Paid Parental Leave for birth and adoption.
• Continuing Education Allowance for eligible positions.
• Backup Child and Elder Care and Family Support Resources.
• Fertility and Family Building Support.
• Digital Exercise Therapy.
• Voluntary Protection Benefits.
• Legal Plan.
• Identity Protection.
• Commuter Benefits.
• Three Free Optimum Wellness Plans for Pets.
• Exclusive Discounts on products and services.
• Flexible scheduling.
• Ability to practice at the top of your license.
• Opportunities for growth and leadership roles.
• Dedicated onboarding and development support.
• National partner conferences for networking and continuing education.
• Discount on Fear Free Certification.
• Practice-paid subscription to NAVTA, VetGirl, and Vetfolio.
• Associate-led equity, inclusion, and diversity groups.
• Opportunities to volunteer through the Mars Volunteer Program.

We are a drug-free, smoke-free, equal opportunity employer. Banfield Pet Hospital strongly supports diversity and promotes an inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, or disability.