Lead Vet Tech: Mentorship & High-Impact Patient Care

NVA; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Continuing education allowance

Job summary

Northside Animal Hospital in Columbus, GA seeks a Lead Veterinary Technician to mentor a team of technicians and assistants, working closely with veterinarians to ensure high standards of care. You will help create protocols, improve patient outcomes, and contribute to day-to-day operations in a busy, AAHA-accredited clinic.

The role emphasizes teaching, leadership, and process development to expand services and patient care quality.

Qualifications

• Current, active license as a Veterinary Technician (LVT, RVT, or CVT) required.
• Experience in a leadership or supervisory role preferred.
• Strong technical skills in anesthesia, radiology, soft tissue surgery, lab work, dental care, and ultrasound.
• Experience working in a high-volume, multi-doctor practice is a plus.
• Calm, professional, and solution-oriented during high-stress or urgent situations.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage and resolve conflicts effectively.
• Passionate about veterinary medicine, mentoring others, and contributing to the clinic’s continuous improvement and growth.
• A proactive problem-solver with a commitment to excellence in patient care and clinic operations.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a busy, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the veterinary technician/assistant team, promoting a collaborative, positive, and professional work environment.
• Conduct check ins with technicians/assistants and act as a bridge between team and management.
• Manage the technician/assistant schedule.
• Assist our veterinarians with a variety of procedures, including wellness exams, soft tissue surgeries, urgent care, and advanced diagnostics.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of clinic protocols to enhance patient care, clinic efficiency, and team performance.
• Perform technical procedures such as anesthesia monitoring, radiology, venipuncture, dental cleanings, and ultrasound.
• Manage patient care during hospitalization, ensuring effective communication with clients and the veterinary team.
• Stay calm, professional, and effective during stressful or high-pressure situations, including when managing interpersonal challenges.
• Act as a mentor and teacher for technicians and support staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
• Identify and resolve operational or technical challenges, always looking for ways to improve clinic performance.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Anesthesia

Ultrasound

Radiology

High-volume clinic

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)

Tools

Ultrasound equipment

Radiology equipment

Dental equipment

Job description

Northside Animal Hospital in Columbus, GA seeks a Lead Veterinary Technician to mentor a team of technicians and assistants, working closely with veterinarians to ensure high standards of care. You will help create protocols, improve patient outcomes, and contribute to day-to-day operations in a busy, AAHA-accredited clinic.

The role emphasizes teaching, leadership, and process development to expand services and patient care quality.