Lead Vet Technician

Garden Oaks Veterinary Center; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Continuing education assistance

Job summary

Garden Oaks Veterinary Center in Houston, TX is seeking a Lead Veterinary Technician to join our growing hospital. You will lead the technician team, mentor colleagues, and collaborate with veterinarians to maintain excellence in patient care.

The role emphasizes hands-on patient care, leadership, and process improvement in a busy hospital setting. This is a full-time position with rotating Saturdays and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of veterinary technician experience in a clinical setting.
• LVT credential preferred but not required.
• Strong anesthesia monitoring and patient care skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a clinical leader and resource for the technician team.
• Mentor, train, and support technicians and veterinary assistants.
• Help ensure consistent patient care and adherence to hospital protocols.
• Partner with veterinarians and the Practice Manager to support daily hospital operations.
• Assist with exams, diagnostics, treatments, surgeries, and dental procedures.
• Monitor anesthesia and provide attentive patient recovery care.
• Place IV catheters and perform venipuncture.
• Collect and process laboratory samples.
• Take high-quality digital radiographs.
• Provide nursing care for hospitalized patients.
• Educate pet owners on medications, home care, and preventive health.
• Help coordinate technician workflow and appropriately delegate responsibilities.
• Support onboarding and training of new team members.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient treatment area.
• Identify opportunities to improve workflow, patient care, and team efficiency.
• Promote a positive, collaborative, and professional team culture.
• Lead by example and help maintain high standards of patient and client care.

Skills

Anesthesia monitoring

Venipuncture

Surgery assistance

Dentistry

Patient care

Team leadership

Mentoring

Communication skills

Education

LVT credential preferred

Tools

Radiography equipment

Laboratory analyzer

Job description

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Garden Oaks Veterinary Center, Houston, TX, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 4757

Salary Range: $20.00 To $27.00 Hourly

Lead Veterinary Technician

Garden Oaks Veterinary Center | Houston, TX
Full-Time | Rotating Saturdays

Garden Oaks Veterinary Center is expanding, and we're looking for an experienced Lead Veterinary Technician to join our dedicated team. Working from our modern 5,500-square-foot hospital, you'll have the opportunity to practice high-quality medicine while helping lead and support a talented team of veterinary professionals.

The Lead Veterinary Technician will play an important role in day-to-day technician operations, team development, patient care, and clinical efficiency. This is a great opportunity for an experienced technician who enjoys mentoring others, taking initiative, and helping create a positive, organized, and high-performing hospital environment.

In This Role, You Will

• Serve as a clinical leader and resource for the veterinary technician team

• Mentor, train, and support technicians and veterinary assistants

• Help ensure consistent patient care and adherence to hospital protocols

• Partner closely with veterinarians and the Practice Manager to support daily hospital operations

• Assist with exams, diagnostics, treatments, surgeries, and dental procedures

• Monitor anesthesia and provide attentive patient recovery care

• Place IV catheters and perform venipuncture

• Collect and process laboratory samples

• Take high-quality digital radiographs

• Provide nursing care for hospitalized patients

• Educate pet owners on medications, home care, and preventive health

• Help coordinate technician workflow and appropriately delegate responsibilities

• Support onboarding and training of new team members

• Help maintain a clean, organized, and efficient treatment area

• Identify opportunities to improve workflow, patient care, and team efficiency

• Promote a positive, collaborative, and professional team culture

• Lead by example and help maintain high standards of patient and client care

We're Excited to Meet Candidates Who Have

• 3+ years of veterinary technician experience in a clinical setting

• Previous lead, supervisory, mentoring, or training experience preferred

• LVT credential preferred but not required

• Strong experience with anesthesia monitoring, venipuncture, catheter placement, surgery, dentistry, and patient care

• Strong clinical judgment and critical-thinking skills

• Ability to confidently prioritize and delegate in a busy hospital

• Excellent communication and organizational skills

• A positive, dependable, and team-oriented leadership style

• A passion for mentoring and helping others grow

• Commitment to exceptional patient and client care

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience

• Monthly performance bonus opportunities

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) with company match

• Paid vacation, holidays, and parental leave

• Continuing education assistance and online learning resources

• Annual scrub allowance

• Employee Assistance Program and mental wellness resources

• Employee discounts on veterinary services

• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement

Why Garden Oaks Veterinary Center?

At Garden Oaks Veterinary Center, we believe great veterinary medicine starts with a strong, supportive team. Our Lead Veterinary Technician will have the opportunity to make an impact not only through excellent patient care, but also by developing team members, improving workflow, and helping create a positive hospital culture.

If you're an experienced veterinary technician ready to take the next step in your career and lead a team while remaining hands-on with patient care, we'd love to hear from you.

Garden Oaks Veterinary Center is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and celebrates diversity in the workplace.