Lead Veterinary Technician

Bridgeport Veterinary Hospital; Bridgeport (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Employee discounts

Life insurance

Uniform allowance

Job summary

Bridgeport Veterinary Hospital is seeking an energetic Veterinary Lead to supervise daily operations during shifts, while supporting clinical care and team coordination. This leadership role emphasizes animal welfare, staff development, and efficient workflow in a fast-paced veterinary practice.

The ideal candidate has extensive veterinary experience and strong communication skills, with a focus on fear-free handling and precise recordkeeping.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of veterinary experience or more.
• 2+ years in a leadership role within a veterinary setting.
• CVT preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise veterinary team during shifts, ensuring efficient task delegation and high-quality animal care.
• Practise and train clinical procedures, including anesthesia monitoring, dentistry, venipuncture, catheterization, and aseptic technique.
• Oversee laboratory testing, sample collection, and data recording to aid in accurate diagnostics.
• Ensure a clean, safe environment and proper animal husbandry practices.
• Manage medical collections processes and maintain detailed records.
• Train new team members on veterinary terminology, aseptic techniques, and animal handling.

Skills

Leadership

Veterinary care

Fear-free restraint

Medical math

Laboratory procedures

Communication

Team mentorship

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Job Summary

Bridgeport Veterinary Hospital is seeking an energetic, caring, and detail-oriented Veterinary Lead to oversee daily operations within our veterinary practice during assigned shifts. This pivotal role combines leadership, clinical support, and team coordination to ensure exceptional animal care and smooth clinic workflow. The Veterinary Shift Lead will work under the instruction of the practice manager to train and motivate team members, uphold the highest standards of veterinary practice, and foster a positive environment for both staff and clients. If you are passionate about animal health, possess strong communication skills, and thrive in a fast-paced setting, this is the opportunity for you to make a meaningful impact every day.

Duties

• Lead and supervise veterinary team members during your shift, ensuring efficient task delegation and high-quality animal care
• Proficient in practicing AND training clinical procedures, including: Fear-free animal restraint, venipuncture, catheterization, intubation, anesthesia monitoring, dentistry, drug/fluid calculations, and administering treatments in accordance with veterinary protocols
• Oversee technical veterinary staff to maintain a clean and safe environment
• Support laboratory testing, sample collection, and data recording to aid in accurate diagnostics
• Ensure proper animal husbandry practices are followed to promote the health and well-being of all animals in our care
• Manage medical collections processes accurately and efficiently while maintaining detailed records
• Train new team members on veterinary terminology, aseptic techniques, and animal handling procedures

Skills

• Extensive knowledge of veterinary terminology, medical math, animal anatomy, fear-free restraint techniques, and record keeping
• Proven experience with medical collection procedures and laboratory work within a veterinary setting
• Skilled in animal catheterization, aseptic technique, and critical care support for animals in urgent situations
• Familiarity with veterinary critical care protocols and laboratory procedures to support diagnostic efforts
• Effective communicator capable of guiding team members while maintaining a positive work environment
• Leads by example - efficiently and compassionately

Join us to lead a dedicated team committed to providing outstanding animal care! We value energetic professionals who are eager to contribute their skills in a dynamic setting. Our focus is on fostering growth, teamwork, and excellence in every shift - making a real difference in the lives of animals and their owners.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of veterinary experience
• A minimum of 2 years of leadership experience, veterinary leadership preferred
• CVT Preferred, but not required

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Continuing education credits
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Uniform allowance
• Vision insurance