Lead Licensed Veterinary Technician

Western-Veterinary-Partners-1; Helena (MT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus package

CE allowance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability

Employee Assistance Program

401k with company match

Paid time off

Free pet boarding

Job summary

Alpine Animal Clinic in Helena, MT, is seeking a Lead Licensed Veterinary Technician to balance hands-on patient care with team leadership. You will mentor staff, support daily operations, and contribute to clinical knowledge expansion in a state-of-the-art AAHA-accredited hospital.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of VT experience and Montana licensure, with leadership experience preferred. Full-time, 4/10 schedule, on-call weekends, and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• 3+ years veterinary technician experience
• Active and good-standing Montana Licensed Veterinary Technician
• Team or shift lead experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Support efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows
• Perform anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery
• Assist in surgery and dental procedures including prophylaxis and radiography
• Maintain accurate medical records and communicate treatment plans with clients
• Delegate daily tasks and coordinate workflow to support patient care
• Provide training, mentorship, and clinical guidance to Veterinary Technicians and Assistants
• Monitor daily operations to uphold safety and standards
• Build strong client relationships and foster a collaborative team culture

Skills

Patient assessment

Nursing care

Monitoring

Anesthetic induction

Surgical assistance

Dental prophylaxis

Dental radiography

Venipuncture

IV catheter placement

Radiology positioning

Medication administration

Drug calculations

Laboratory testing

Job description

Join the team at Alpine Animal Clinic, an AAHA-accredited hospital, as our next experienced Lead Licensed Veterinary Technician!

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled technician who enjoys balancing hands‑on patient care with team leadership. In this role, you will help support daily hospital operations while serving as a clinical resource and mentor for our technical team. You will also have the opportunity to work alongside new management to continue building a strong, collaborative team while supporting the development of the team’s skills and expanding their clinical knowledge. We value our technicians for the clinical knowledge, judgment, and communication skills they bring across all areas of the hospital, helping to support quality of medicine, patient care, and client experience.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows
• Performing anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery
• Assisting in surgery and performing dental procedures, including prophylaxis and radiography
• Maintaining accurate medical records and communicating treatment plans and discharge instructions with clients
• Delegating daily tasks and helping coordinate workflow to support exceptional patient care
• Providing training, mentorship, and clinical guidance to Veterinary Technicians and Veterinary Assistants
• Monitoring daily operations to uphold safety, efficiency, and medical standards
• Building strong relationships with clients and fostering a collaborative, positive team culture

This role is ideal for technicians who are passionate about utilizing their full clinical skillset while developing others, leading by example, and helping drive excellence in both patient care and team performance.

Schedule and compensation:

• Compensation: $23-25per hour, for each hour worked
  • Shift differential offered for certain hours on weekdays and daily rate on weekends + emergency pay
• Our hospital is openMonday-Sunday. This role requires full-time hours, with a 4/10 schedule and availability needed Monday-Friday with rotating weekends once per month (including Saturday and Sunday). We require on-call weekend shifts once every 6 weeks.

Full-time Benefits Package*:

• Bonus package: $500-$2000 for candidates who meet certain experience and/or licensing requirements
• CE allowance: $500-$1,000 based on tenure and credentials
• Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k with company match
• Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
• Free pet boarding up to 20 days!

*Part-time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law

Minimum qualifications and skill set:

• 3+ years of veterinary technician experience
• Active and good-standing Licensed Veterinary Technician in the state of Montana preferred
• Team or shift lead experience preferred
• Proficiency in the following skills:
  • Patient assessment, nursing care, and monitoring
  • Anesthetic induction, monitoring, and recovery
  • Surgical assistance and aseptic technique
  • Dental prophylaxis and dental radiography
  • Venipuncture and intravenous catheter placement
  • Radiology positioning and safety protocols
  • Medication administration and accurate drug calculations
  • Laboratory sample collection and in-house diagnostic testing

Why choose Alpine Animal Clinic?

Alpine Animal Clinic in Helena, Montana, is dedicated to providing compassionate and comprehensive veterinary care for pets in a welcoming, state-of-the-art facility. With a team of 9 veterinarians, our hospital offers a diverse range of care, from routine wellness exams and preventative medicine to urgent and emergency cases. As an AAHA-accredited hospital, we are committed to upholding high standards of veterinary medicine and providing exceptional care to every patient. Our experienced team is dedicated to delivering high-quality medical services tailored to each pet's individual needs, ensuring their health and well-being are prioritized.

Our state-of-the-art equipment and advanced capabilities allow us to provide a wide range of services, including blood transfusions, endoscopy, orthopedic procedures, and advanced diagnostics and treatments for complex and critical cases. This variety allows our team to continually expand their skills while providing patients with comprehensive care under one roof.

With a strong focus on client education and communication, we strive to empower pet owners to make informed decisions about their furry companions' care. We are proud to combine advanced medicine and technology with compassionate, personalized care for every patient and client who walks through our doors.

Pay Range

$23 - $25 USD

Western Veterinary Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Western Veterinary Partners is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact [e-mail]. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.

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