Lead Veterinary Technician

Winsted Hospital for Animals; Connecticut; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Roth Retirement Savings Plan

Flexible Spending Account (full-time)

529 Savings Plan

Tuition Support Program (full-time)

Health Insurance (medical, dental, and

Vision Insurance

Supplemental insurance (disability, D+

Paid time off (vacation, sick time)

Paid holidays

Employee discount program

Employee Assistance Program

VTNE exam fee reimbursement

Continuing education allowance

Six paid holidays

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Winsted Hospital for Animals seeks an experienced Lead Veterinary Technician to join our leadership team and drive clinical excellence. You'll mentor a high-performing team, collaborate with veterinarians and leadership, and shape patient care standards through coaching and process improvements.

The role emphasizes leading by example, developing others, and advancing workflows while maintaining compassionate client communication and top-tier medical care.

Qualifications

• CVT/LVT/RVT credential preferred or eligible to meet state requirements.
• 3–5 years of progressive veterinary technician experience.
• Previous leadership, mentoring, or supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong surgical, anesthesia, patient nursing, and technical skills.
• Excellent communication, coaching, and conflict-resolution abilities.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Experience helping develop team members and improve workflows.
• Confidence making decisions with a collaborative leadership style.
• Experience with Avimark is a plus.
• Passion for developing others while delivering exceptional patient care.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example with exceptional patient nursing and technical care.
• Assist veterinarians during examinations, surgeries, dentistry, and advanced procedures.
• Induce, monitor, and recover anesthesia patients.
• Perform venipuncture, IV catheter placement, radiography, lab work, and sample collection.
• Maintain accurate medical records and high clinical standards.
• Mentor, coach, and support technicians and assistants.
• Assist with onboarding and training new team members.
• Provide constructive feedback to help teammates build skills.
• Partner with doctors to improve workflow and hospital operations.
• Support OSHA compliance, inventory management, and equipment maintenance.
• Promote Fear Free and compassionate client communication.
• Foster a positive, collaborative hospital culture.

Skills

CVT/LVT/RVT preferred

Leadership experience

3–5 years vet tech exp

Surgical/anesthesia skills

Communication & coaching

Workflow improvement

Decision-making under leadership

Avimark experience

Developing others

Education

Credentialed veterinary technician credential

Tools

Avimark

Job description

Winsted Hospital for Animals is Hiring a Lead Veterinary Technician!

Position Details
Role: Lead Veterinary Technician
Status: Full-time
Salary: Negotiable and based on experience
Schedule: Flexible weekly schedule with rotating Saturday shifts

Benefits Highlights

Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses

Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee discounts

Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state license & VTNE fee reimbursement, and uniform allowance

Lifestyle Perks You\'ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays and an Employee Assistance Program

Ready to take the next step in your veterinary career? If you\'re an experienced technician who enjoys mentoring others, leading by example, and helping build a high-performing team, we\'d love to meet you.

Winsted Hospital for Animals is looking for an experienced Lead Veterinary Technician to join our leadership team. This is an outstanding opportunity for a confident technician who is passionate about patient care, enjoys coaching and developing others, and wants to make a lasting impact on both the hospital and the team.

As our Lead Veterinary Technician, you\'ll combine advanced technical skills with day-to-day leadership responsibilities. You\'ll work closely with our veterinarians and hospital leadership to maintain exceptional medical standards, support team development, improve workflows, and help create a positive, collaborative culture where both patients and team members thrive.

Why Our Lead Veterinary Technicians Love It Here

• Opportunity to lead, mentor, and develop an outstanding technical team
• Collaborative leadership that values your ideas and experience
• Meaningful role influencing hospital operations and patient care
• Supportive culture focused on teamwork, communication, and continuous improvement
• Opportunities to continue developing both your clinical and leadership skills
• High-quality medicine with a team committed to excellence
• A workplace where your leadership truly makes a difference

What Our Lead Veterinary Technicians Do

• Lead by example while providing exceptional patient nursing and technical care
• Assist veterinarians during examinations, surgeries, dentistry, and advanced procedures
• Induce, monitor, and recover anesthesia patients
• Perform venipuncture, IV catheter placement, radiography, laboratory diagnostics, and sample collection
• Maintain accurate medical records and ensure high clinical standards
• Mentor, coach, and support veterinary technicians and assistants
• Assist with onboarding and training new team members
• Provide constructive feedback while helping teammates build confidence and technical skills
• Partner with doctors and hospital leadership to improve workflow and hospital operations
• Support OSHA compliance, inventory management, equipment maintenance, and hospital protocols
• Promote Fear Free, low-stress patient handling and compassionate client communication
• Help foster a positive, accountable, and collaborative hospital culture

What Our Lead Veterinary Technicians Bring

• Credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT, LVT, or RVT) preferred, or eligibility to meet state requirements
• Three to five years of progressive veterinary technician experience
• Previous leadership, mentoring, or supervisory experience strongly preferred
• Strong surgical, anesthesia, patient nursing, and technical skills
• Excellent communication, coaching, and conflict-resolution abilities
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Experience helping develop team members and improve workflows
• Confidence making decisions while maintaining a collaborative leadership style
• Experience with Avimark is a plus
• Passion for developing others while delivering exceptional patient care

The Extras You\'ll Actually Feel

• The opportunity to shape the future of your hospital and team
• Leadership that values your input and encourages innovation
• Opportunities to grow as both a technician and a leader
• Meaningful relationships with teammates, clients, and patients
• A hospital that invests in your professional development
• A culture built on respect, accountability, teamwork, and compassion
• A flexible approach to compensation that will reflect your skillset and future performance
• 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
• 529 Savings Plan
• Tuition Support Program (full-time only)
• Health Insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
• Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
• Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Continuing education allowance
• Six paid holidays (full-time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

Join Our Team!

If you\'re ready to lead an exceptional team, continue growing your leadership skills, and make a lasting impact on patient care and hospital culture, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today and discover why Winsted Animal Hospital is such a rewarding place to build your leadership career.

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Winsted Hospital for Animals and Vetcor. We are committed to building an inclusive, equitable workplace where every team member feels safe being their authentic self, truly belongs, and is empowered to reach their highest potential.

Prioritize your work-life balance and enjoy a fulfilling time away from work with our generous offerings.

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays

Training & Development

Unleash your potential and foster professional growth through our comprehensive education and training programs.

• Vetcor University - training for skill development and career growth
• CE Allowance and opportunities
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Lend a Hand Program – increased pay to help a sister hospital
• VetLife Days – rotate to a sister hospital

Enjoy exclusive benefits for you and your furry family members.

• Discounted Products

Health & Welfare

Take care of your well-being with our comprehensive health and wellness benefits.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Optional Life Insurance, Disability, and Accidental Insurance
• EAP with counseling and mental health benefits
• DVM Professional Liability Insurance fully covered
• Licensure Fees, Professional & Association Dues

Financial Wellbeing

Secure your financial future with our range of offerings designed to promote your financial well-being.

• 401K with company contribution
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• EAP with Financial & Legal Advice/Services
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Bonus

Time Off/Work Life Balance

Prioritize your work-life balance and enjoy a fulfilling time away from work with our generous offerings.

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays

Training & Development

Unleash your potential and foster professional growth through our comprehensive education and training programs.

• Vetcor University - training for skill development and career growth
• CE Allowance and opportunities
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Lend a Hand Program – increased pay to help a sister hospital
• VetLife Days – rotate to a sister hospital

Enjoy exclusive benefits for you and your furry family members.

• Discounted Products

Health & Welfare

Take care of your well-being with our comprehensive health and wellness benefits.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Optional Life Insurance, Disability, and Accidental Insurance
• EAP with counseling and mental health benefits
• DVM Professional Liability Insurance fully covered
• Licensure Fees, Professional & Association Dues

Financial Wellbeing

Secure your financial future with our range of offerings designed to promote your financial well-being.

• 401K with company contribution
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• EAP with Financial & Legal Advice/Services
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Bonus

Time Off/Work Life Balance

Prioritize your work-life balance and enjoy a fulfilling time away from work with our generous offerings.