Lead Registered Veterinary Technician

Mission Pet Health; Columbia City (IN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Four-day workweek

$500 sign-on bonus

Every other Saturday schedule

Leadership role and team mentorship

Job summary

Line Street Veterinary Hospital in Columbia City, IN seeks an experienced Lead Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our AAHA-accredited practice. This role focuses on surgical nursing, anesthesia, and leading a skilled technical team in a fast-paced small-animal hospital environment.

The ideal candidate holds an RVT credential, has strong surgical and anesthesia experience, and demonstrates leadership and mentorship abilities.

Qualifications

• Registered RVT credential required.
• Leadership or mentoring experience preferred.
• Strong hands-on experience with surgical procedures.
• Experience with anesthesia monitoring and patient recovery.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical team and support daily hospital operations.
• Perform surgical nursing duties and monitor anesthesia.
• Provide mentorship and onboarding support to technicians.
• Collaborate with veterinarians to ensure high-quality patient care.

Skills

Surgery experience

Anesthesia monitoring

Leadership

Mentorship

Education

RVT credential

Job description

Line Street Veterinary Hospital, P.C., in Columbia City, IN, is built on a mission of dedicated small animal care. We are proud to hold AAHA Accreditation, reflecting our unwavering commitment to the highest standards of veterinary excellence and quality patient care. The local community recognizes this dedication, granting us an outstanding 4.7-star Google rating. We seek collaborative and dedicated teammates ready to uphold this standard of quality. This is where you can truly do your best work and make a profound difference in the lives of pets and their families.While Line Street Veterinary Hospital maintains its local identity, we are supported by a broader network dedicated to fostering professional growth for all teammates. We prioritize a culture of continuous learning and stability. As a veterinarian, you benefit from internal access to specialty consultations and mentorship programs designed to help you succeed in complex cases. For all clinical roles, the hospital offers clear pathways for career advancement, ensuring that whether you are seeking to become a credentialed technician or move into a leadership position, we provide the tools and resources you need to achieve your goals.Your focus here will be on high-quality small animal medicine, backed by the stringent standards required of an AAHA Accredited facility. We emphasize providing comprehensive diagnostics and advanced medical care within a supportive environment. The practice encourages veterinarians to explore new techniques and areas of medical interest. We believe in providing the latest tools and education so that our entire team can consistently deliver exceptional client communication and medical outcomes, ensuring every patient receives gold-standard care.Columbia City, Indiana, offers an inviting blend of small-town charm and accessible local amenities. Joining our practice means integrating into a community that values its local services and offers a pleasant pace of life. This location provides the perfect balance: a supportive, closely-knit community setting where you can build strong client relationships, coupled with easy access to regional resources, allowing you to establish a satisfying professional life outside of the hospital.

Job Description

Lead Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)

Line Street Veterinary Hospital | Columbia City, IN
$20–$25/hour + $500 Sign-On Bonus

Take the Next Step in Your Veterinary Career!

Line Street Veterinary Hospital is looking for an experienced and motivatedLead Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our team! This is a great opportunity for a skilled technician who enjoys providing excellent patient care, supporting their teammates, and taking a leadership role in daily hospital operations.

We're looking for someone with a strong background insurgery and anesthesia who is confident in their technical abilities and passionate about maintaining high standards of veterinary medicine.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay: $20–$25/hour
• $500 sign-on bonus
• Four-day workweek
• Every other Saturday schedule
• Opportunity to take on a leadership role and help support the veterinary team
• A chance to utilize your technical skills and make a meaningful impact on patient care

Schedule

Every other Saturday

What We're Looking For

• Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) credential
• Previous leadership or mentoring experience preferred
• Strong hands-on experience with surgical procedures
• Experience with anesthesia monitoring and patient recovery
• Excellent technical, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to support, guide, and collaborate with other team members
• A passion for providing compassionate, high-quality patient care

About the Opportunity

As the Lead RVT, you'll play an important role in supporting the technical team and helping ensure smooth daily hospital operations. You'll have the opportunity to share your knowledge, support team development, and help deliver exceptional care to every patient.

If you're an experienced RVT with a passion for surgery, anesthesia, and team leadership, we'd love to hear from you!

Your Impact as a Lead Credentialed Veterinary Technician

The Lead Credentialed Veterinary Technician provides skilled medical care under the direction of a veterinarian while supporting hospital operations through oversight of the technical team. This role serves as a vital point of contact for our medical support staff, helping to ensure high-quality patient care, efficient workflows, and the consistent application of medical protocols. As a Lead Credentialed Veterinary Technician, you will provide mentorship, guidance, and technical leadership to your teammates while fostering a collaborative and supportive hospital culture.

Note: The Credentialed Veterinary Technician title is used in various states based on state-specific licensing and credentialing requirements. Responsibilities may vary depending on the hospital and/or state and will be outlined by the state’s Veterinary Practice Act and/or the responsible veterinarian, where applicable.

Your Impact Will Include:

• Technical Leadership: Deliver high-quality patient care under DVM supervision, utilizing advanced technical skills across nursing, anesthesia, surgery, radiology, and dentistry.
• Team Mentorship: Act as a shift leader and mentor, providing real-time coaching, technical development, and onboarding support to veterinary technicians and assistants.
• Operational Partnership: Collaborate with hospital leadership to coordinate workflows, assign tasks, and implement protocols that improve hospital efficiency and patient outcomes.
• Client Education: Serve as a trusted point of contact for pet owners, clearly communicating treatment plans, reviewing medical records, and empowering clients to make informed healthcare decisions.
• Inventory & Equipment Care: Oversee the inventory of medical supplies and pharmacy items while ensuring that hospital equipment is properly maintained and documented.
• Medical Documentation: Maintain clear, accurate, and timely documentation in patient records using appropriate medical terminology and formatting standards.

What You'll Bring to the Team

• Graduate of an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technician program.
• Current Credentialed Veterinary Technician license in good standing in the applicable state.