Lead Veterinary Assistant — Shift Leader & Mentor

Woodington Veterinary; Eagle City (OK); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted veterinary care for your 0w

Teladoc access

401k retirement options

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Job summary

Woodington Veterinary Hospital in Eagle, Idaho, is seeking a Lead Veterinary Assistant to guide the medical support team and uphold high standards of patient care. You will lead shifts, mentor staff, and partner with management to improve workflows while ensuring accurate records and infection control.

The role requires 7+ years of Veterinary Assistant experience and 3+ years in leadership, with the ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work on-site in a full-time capacity.

Qualifications

• Leading the Shift: coordinate workflow and staff coverage.
• Mentoring the Team: support veterinary technicians and assistants with onboarding.
• Driving Improvements: identify workflow gaps and partner to implement solutions.
• Maintaining Standards: ensure cleanliness, infection control, and safety.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Shift: coordinate workflow, assign tasks, ensure coverage.
• Mentor the Team: support technicians and assistants with onboarding.
• Drive Improvements: identify gaps and implement solutions with management.
• Support Patient Care: assist veterinarians and maintain medical records.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Leadership

Job description

Woodington Veterinary Hospital in Eagle, Idaho, is seeking a Lead Veterinary Assistant to guide the medical support team and uphold high standards of patient care. You will lead shifts, mentor staff, and partner with management to improve workflows while ensuring accurate records and infection control.

The role requires 7+ years of Veterinary Assistant experience and 3+ years in leadership, with the ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work on-site in a full-time capacity.