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We are hiring a part-time or full-time Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVT) to support one or more of the following locations:
- Chesapeake Great Bridge: 237 Battlefield Blvd S., Chesapeake, VA
- Chesapeake Center: 4300 Portsmouth Blvd, Chesapeake, VA
- Chesapeake Greenbrier: 1236 Greenbrier Pkwy Chesapeake, VA
The pay range for this role is $20.92 - $30.21 per hour.
The pay range listed reflects a general hiring range for the area and the first level of the job, with the specific rate determined based on the candidate’s experience, skill level, abilities, education, and may vary depending on location and minimum wage laws.
This posting will remain open for a minimum of two weeks from the position posted date.
Who we are
We’re Banfield. You’ve probably seen us around. We started in 1955 as a small practice with big ideas about preventive pet care. We’re now the leading general veterinary care practice in America, where providing high quality preventive care and treatment advances our mission: A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS. We’d love to have you join our team to help in this mission.
We love pets. You know who else we love? LVTs. We enable LVTs to work at the top of their license and provide them resources and training to feel and work their best. A supportive work environment is important at Banfield, and we cultivate a culture and team based on collaboration, networking, and lifting one another up.
Banfield’s here for you so you can be there for pets!
Who we’re looking for
We’re looking for a Licensed Veterinary Technician to add their passion, skills, and education to our team. We believe in hiring individuals with diverse perspectives, ideas and cultures who use their expertise in a way that benefits pets, clients, teams, and communities.
Whether you’re a recent graduate or an experienced Technician looking for a change, a new beginning at Banfield means an open door to explore the next best move in your professional career.
Role responsibilities
- Provide furry, feathered, and scaled pets with the best possible care, especially preventive care
- 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
Veterinary Technician Certification or Licensure (CVT, RVT, LVT, or LVMT) based on state requirements.
What we offer
Here at Banfield, we prioritize your well-being and professional growth by offering a comprehensive total rewards package, including health, wellness, and financial support for you, your family, and even your pets. We value work-life balance too! Check out some of our “Meow-velous” benefits:
The good stuff:
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Enjoy peace of mind knowing your health and wellness are our top priorities. We've got your essential medical, dental, and vision care covered.
- Generous Retirement Plans (401(k) and Roth): Invest in your future and enjoy a generous company match to help you build a secure financial future.*
- Best-in-Class Student Debt Relief Program (for Full-Time DVMs): At Banfield, we understand the significant financial burden of student debt on veterinarians. We are committed to supporting our veterinary professionals and believe that addressing student debt is crucial for the long-term health of the veterinary profession.
- Paid Time Off and Holidays: Take a break, recharge your wellbeing, and celebrate days of personal significance with paid time off and holidays.*
- Top-Tier Mental Health and Wellbeing Resources: Your mental health matters. Access our industry-leading resources, including free coaching and counseling sessions, to support your overall wellbeing and help you thrive.*
- Associate Life Insurance (company-paid) & Supplemental Life Insurance: Protect your loved ones with our company-paid Associate life insurance and have the option to purchase additional coverage for extra peace of mind.
- Company-Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability: Feel secure knowing that if you face a temporary or long-term disability, you’ll have financial protection.
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Save on healthcare and dependent care expenses by setting aside pre-tax money. It's a smart way to manage your budget and take care of your needs.
- Health Savings Account (HSA): Make the most of your healthcare dollars with a tax-advantaged HSA, allowing you to pay for medical expenses with pre-tax funds.
- Paid Parental Leave: We support growing families with paid parental leave for both birth and adoption, giving you precious time to bond with your new family addition.
- Continuing Education Allowance (for Eligible Positions): Banfield is committed to supporting the professional growth of our Associates. This allowance provides financial assistance to pursue continuing education opportunities.*
- Back-Up Child and Elder Care & Family Support Resources: When life's unpredictable moments arise, our backup care and family support benefits provide the help you need to keep things running smoothly.*
- Fertility and Family Building Support: We're here for you on your journey to parenthood, offering comprehensive support for fertility treatments and family-building options.
- Digital Exercise Therapy: Stay active and healthy with our digital exercise therapy program, designed to fit your busy lifestyle, and keep you moving.
- Voluntary Protection Benefits: Get peace of mind with protection against the unexpected. You can purchase coverage to help support you financially during hospital stays, critical illness, and accidents.*
- Legal Plan: Gain extra peace of mind with our affordable and accessible legal plan which includes coverage for a wide range of legal needs.*
- Identity Protection: Identity Protection helps safeguard your personal information by alerting you to suspicious activity and providing support if your information is stolen.*
- Commuter Benefits: Say goodbye to commuting stress with our commuter benefits, making your daily journey more convenient and cost-effective.*
- Three Free Optimum Wellness Plans for Pets: We care about your furry friends too! Enjoy three free wellness plans to ensure your pets receive the best preventive and general care.*
- Exclusive Discounts: Unlock a world of savings with our wide variety of exclusive discounts on products and services, making life more affordable and enjoyable.*
Benefits eligibility is based on employment status. Full-time (FT) Associates are eligible for all benefit programs (Student Debt Program available for FT DVMs only); Part-time Associates are eligible for those benefits with an asterisk ().
Even more good stuff:
- Flexible scheduling
- Ability to practice at the top of your license
- Locations all over the US to choose from
- Opportunities for growth and leadership roles at Banfield, Mars, and other divisions of Mars
- Dedicated onboarding and development support so you can grow your career (or become a coach yourself!)
- 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 (we have 7 of them!)
- Awesome opportunities to volunteer through Mars Volunteer Program, like volunteering at coral reef cleanups or on research vessels!
Full job description details
registeredveterinarytechnician #RVT
licensedveterinarytechnician #LVT
veterinarytechnicianspecialists #VTS
certifiedveterinarytechnician #CVT
WE ARE A DRUG-FREE, SMOKE-FREE, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
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 and expression, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. Banfield Pet Hospital complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every Banfield location.
We believe that embracing inclusion and diversity enables us to live our Purpose: A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS.
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If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.
We are hiring a part-time or full-time Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVT) to support one or more of the following locations:
- Chesapeake Great Bridge: 237 Battlefield Blvd S., Chesapeake, VA
- Chesapeake Center: 4300 Portsmouth Blvd, Chesapeake, VA
- Chesapeake Greenbrier: 1236 Greenbrier Pkwy Chesapeake, VA
The pay range for this role is $20.92 - $30.21 per hour.
The pay range listed reflects a general hiring range for the area and the first level of the job, with the specific rate determined based on the candidate’s experience, skill level, abilities, education, and may vary depending on location and minimum wage laws.
This posting will remain open for a minimum of two weeks from the position posted date.
Who we are
We’re Banfield. You’ve probably seen us around. We started in 1955 as a small practice with big ideas about preventive pet care. We’re now the leading general veterinary care practice in America, where providing high quality preventive care and treatment advances our mission: A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS. We’d love to have you join our team to help in this mission.
We love pets. You know who else we love? LVTs. We enable LVTs to work at the top of their license and provide them resources and training to feel and work their best. A supportive work environment is important at Banfield, and we cultivate a culture and team based on collaboration, networking, and lifting one another up.
Banfield’s here for you so you can be there for pets!
Who we’re looking for
We’re looking for a Licensed Veterinary Technician to add their passion, skills, and education to our team. We believe in hiring individuals with diverse perspectives, ideas and cultures who use their expertise in a way that benefits pets, clients, teams, and communities.
Whether you’re a recent graduate or an experienced Technician looking for a change, a new beginning at Banfield means an open door to explore the next best move in your professional career.
Role responsibilities
- Provide furry, feathered, and scaled pets with the best possible care, especially preventive care
- 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
Veterinary Technician Certification or Licensure (CVT, RVT, LVT, or LVMT) based on state requirements.
What we offer
Here at Banfield, we prioritize your well-being and professional growth by offering a comprehensive total rewards package, including health, wellness, and financial support for you, your family, and even your pets. We value work-life balance too! Check out some of our “Meow-velous” benefits:
The good stuff:
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Enjoy peace of mind knowing your health and wellness are our top priorities. We've got your essential medical, dental, and vision care covered.
- Generous Retirement Plans (401(k) and Roth): Invest in your future and enjoy a generous company match to help you build a secure financial future.*
- Best-in-Class Student Debt Relief Program (for Full-Time DVMs): At Banfield, we understand the significant financial burden of student debt on veterinarians. We are committed to supporting our veterinary professionals and believe that addressing student debt is crucial for the long-term health of the veterinary profession.
- Paid Time Off and Holidays: Take a break, recharge your wellbeing, and celebrate days of personal significance with paid time off and holidays.*
- Top-Tier Mental Health and Wellbeing Resources: Your mental health matters. Access our industry-leading resources, including free coaching and counseling sessions, to support your overall wellbeing and help you thrive.*
- Associate Life Insurance (company-paid) & Supplemental Life Insurance: Protect your loved ones with our company-paid Associate life insurance and have the option to purchase additional coverage for extra peace of mind.
- Company-Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability: Feel secure knowing that if you face a temporary or long-term disability, you’ll have financial protection.
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Save on healthcare and dependent care expenses by setting aside pre-tax money. It's a smart way to manage your budget and take care of your needs.
- Health Savings Account (HSA): Make the most of your healthcare dollars with a tax-advantaged HSA, allowing you to pay for medical expenses with pre-tax funds.
- Paid Parental Leave: We support growing families with paid parental leave for both birth and adoption, giving you precious time to bond with your new family addition.
- Continuing Education Allowance (for Eligible Positions): Banfield is committed to supporting the professional growth of our Associates. This allowance provides financial assistance to pursue continuing education opportunities.*
- Back-Up Child and Elder Care & Family Support Resources: When life's unpredictable moments arise, our backup care and family support benefits provide the help you need to keep things running smoothly.*
- Fertility and Family Building Support: We're here for you on your journey to parenthood, offering comprehensive support for fertility treatments and family-building options.
- Digital Exercise Therapy: Stay active and healthy with our digital exercise therapy program, designed to fit your busy lifestyle, and keep you moving.
- Voluntary Protection Benefits: Get peace of mind with protection against the unexpected. You can purchase coverage to help support you financially during hospital stays, critical illness, and accidents.*
- Legal Plan: Gain extra peace of mind with our affordable and accessible legal plan which includes coverage for a wide range of legal needs.*
- Identity Protection: Identity Protection helps safeguard your personal information by alerting you to suspicious activity and providing support if your information is stolen.*
- Commuter Benefits: Say goodbye to commuting stress with our commuter benefits, making your daily journey more convenient and cost-effective.*
- Three Free Optimum Wellness Plans for Pets: We care about your furry friends too! Enjoy three free wellness plans to ensure your pets receive the best preventive and general care.*
- Exclusive Discounts: Unlock a world of savings with our wide variety of exclusive discounts on products and services, making life more affordable and enjoyable.*
Benefits eligibility is based on employment status. Full-time (FT) Associates are eligible for all benefit programs (Student Debt Program available for FT DVMs only); Part-time Associates are eligible for those benefits with an asterisk ().
Even more good stuff:
- Flexible scheduling
- Ability to practice at the top of your license
- Locations all over the US to choose from
- Opportunities for growth and leadership roles at Banfield, Mars, and other divisions of Mars
- Dedicated onboarding and development support so you can grow your career (or become a coach yourself!)
- 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 (we have 7 of them!)
- Awesome opportunities to volunteer through Mars Volunteer Program, like volunteering at coral reef cleanups or on research vessels!
Full job description details
registeredveterinarytechnician #RVT
licensedveterinarytechnician #LVT
veterinarytechnicianspecialists #VTS
certifiedveterinarytechnician #CVT
WE ARE A DRUG-FREE, SMOKE-FREE, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
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 and expression, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. Banfield Pet Hospital complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every Banfield location.
We believe that embracing inclusion and diversity enables us to live our Purpose: A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in LVT
Verify your credential meets specialty occupation
USCIS evaluates LVT roles case by case. An AVMA-accredited associate degree alone may not satisfy the bachelor's-level requirement. Document how your employer's position description specifies a four-year veterinary science or biological sciences degree to strengthen the petition.
Use O*NET to frame your job duties
Pull the LVT occupation profile from O*NET and match your actual job duties to the listed tasks and knowledge requirements. Employers use this framing in the I-129 specialty occupation argument, so misalignment between your offer letter and O*NET weakens the filing.
Target employers with cap-exempt filing history
Veterinary schools, AVMA-affiliated research institutions, and nonprofit animal hospitals may qualify as cap-exempt H-1B employers. Filing outside the annual lottery removes the April registration deadline and lets you start sooner. Ask hiring managers directly whether the organization has cap-exempt status.
Search H-1B LVT employers on Migrate Mate
Filter by LCA filing history to find clinics and veterinary groups that have sponsored LVT roles before. Migrate Mate surfaces DOL Labor Condition Application data so you can confirm an employer has filed for this specific occupation, not just broad healthcare categories.
Negotiate who covers the I-129 filing fee
USCIS regulations prohibit employers from deducting the I-129 filing fee from your wages, but they don't require employers to pay it voluntarily. Raise fee responsibility during the offer stage, before signing, so there's no confusion about who covers USCIS petition costs.
Check the prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for LVT roles in your metro area. Look up the applicable Level I through IV wage on OFLC Wage Search before negotiating your salary so you know the floor the employer is already required to meet.
H-1B Visa LVT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an LVT role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the employer defines the position. USCIS requires specialty occupation roles to normally demand at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. LVT positions that specify a veterinary technology or biological sciences bachelor's degree in the job requirements are stronger candidates than roles that list an associate degree as sufficient. The employer's job description and the actual duties both factor into the adjudication.
How do I find veterinary employers who have sponsored H-1B visas before?
Migrate Mate lets you filter employers by LCA filing history, so you can see which veterinary clinics, animal hospitals, and research institutions have filed Labor Condition Applications for LVT or similar roles. This is more reliable than asking recruiters, since DOL disclosure data reflects actual filing activity rather than stated intentions.
Can a veterinary clinic sponsor an H-1B if it has never done so before?
Yes. Any U.S. employer can file an H-1B petition for the first time, but first-time sponsors face a steeper administrative lift. They need to register with USCIS, obtain an Employer Identification Number, and file a certified LCA with DOL before submitting Form I-129. Smaller clinics sometimes rely on immigration counsel to navigate the process, which adds to their cost and timeline.
What happens to my H-1B status if I change veterinary employers?
H-1B portability under AC21 lets you start working for a new employer as soon as they file a new H-1B transfer petition, provided your original petition has been approved and you're moving to a same or similar LVT role. You don't need to wait for the transfer to be fully approved to begin work, but the new employer must file before your current authorized period ends.
Does state veterinary technician licensure affect my H-1B petition?
State licensure requirements strengthen the specialty occupation argument because they signal the profession requires specialized knowledge. If your state requires LVTs to pass the VTNE and hold an active state license, include that documentation with the petition. USCIS has used licensure requirements as supporting evidence that a role meets the specialty occupation threshold, particularly for healthcare and clinical roles.