Lead Veterinary Technician

Family Paws Animal Hospital; Chagrin Falls (OH); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Family Paws Animal Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Technician to support the health and well-being of animals in a small animal clinic setting. You will assist veterinarians with medical procedures, surgical aid, laboratory tasks, and communicate effectively with clients to ensure high-quality patient care.

Join a dedicated team and contribute to a compassionate, collaborative environment while maintaining accurate health records and sterilizing equipment for safe operations.

Qualifications

• Proven abilities in animal handling and care.
• Experience with phlebotomy and specimen collection.
• Familiarity with anesthesia monitoring in surgical settings.
• Strong medical recordkeeping and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive animal care and assist with medical procedures.
• Conduct laboratory work including sample collection and analysis.
• Monitor anesthesia and assist during surgical procedures.
• Observe patients and maintain accurate health records.
• Communicate effectively with clients to provide veterinary guidance.
• Sterilize and maintain veterinary equipment.
• Collaborate with a small veterinary team.

Skills

Animal handling

Phlebotomy

Anesthesia monitoring

Medical recordkeeping

Client communication

Team collaboration

Sterilization

Education

CVT / LVT / RVT certification

Job description

The Veterinary Technician will support the health and well-being of animals in a small animal clinic setting. This role involves assisting veterinarians through medical support, surgical aid, laboratory tasks, and ensuring effective communication with clients. The technician will work closely with a small team and utilize specialized veterinary technologies and software to provide high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive animal care and assist with medical procedures
• Conduct laboratory work including sample collection and analysis
• Monitor anesthesia and assist during surgical procedures
• Observe patients and maintain accurate health records
• Communicate effectively with clients to provide veterinary guidance
• Sterilize and maintain veterinary equipment
• Collaborate efficiently with a small veterinary team

Required Qualifications

• Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT, LVT, or RVT)

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ years experience in veterinary technology
• Proficient animal handling and phlebotomy skills
• Experience with anesthesia monitoring and surgical assistance
• Strong laboratory techniques and medical recordkeeping
• Effective client communication
• Team collaboration and attention to detail