Lead Vet Tech - Leadership, Surgery Oversight, Benefits

Belton Animal Clinic and Exotic Care Center; Belton (MO); On-site; USD 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and 401(k)

Employee pet discount

Job summary

Belton Animal Clinic and Exotic Care Center seeks a Lead Veterinary Technician to oversee surgery and dental workflows, assist veterinarians, and ensure high standards of patient care. This full-time role involves leading staff, developing training protocols, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

The position offers an hourly wage of $27–$29, based on skills and experience, with a four-day work week, occasional Saturdays, and a benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid

Qualifications

• Experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures.
• RVT certification preferred.
• Familiarity with lab work, radiography, anesthesia support, and patient handling.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians with exams, surgery, anesthesia and recovery.
• Safely handle and restrain animals with compassion.
• Communicate care instructions and patient status to clients.
• Perform technical duties such as lab work, radiographs, injections, and IV catheter placement.
• Maintain medical records and assist with medication dispensing.
• Keep exam rooms, treatment areas and equipment clean and stocked.

Skills

Animal care

Client communication

Veterinary procedures

RVT certification

IDEXX

Tools

IDEXX

Job description

Belton Animal Clinic and Exotic Care Center seeks a Lead Veterinary Technician to oversee surgery and dental workflows, assist veterinarians, and ensure high standards of patient care. This full-time role involves leading staff, developing training protocols, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

The position offers an hourly wage of $27–$29, based on skills and experience, with a four-day work week, occasional Saturdays, and a benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid