Lead Veterinary Technician

Western Veterinary Partners; Helena (MT); On-site; USD 46,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & Vision

401k with match

Paid time off

Free pet boarding

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Alpine Animal Clinic in Montana is seeking an experienced Lead Veterinary Technician to balance hands-on patient care with team leadership. You will mentor technicians, coordinate workflows, and serve as a clinical resource to ensure high-quality medicine and client communication.

Responsibilities include anesthesia induction, monitoring, surgery assistance, dental care, radiography, medical records, and training staff.

Qualifications

• Active and good-standing MT VT license.
• Minimum 2+ years veterinary technician experience.
• Leadership or team lead experience preferred.
• Proficiency in anesthesia, dental procedures, radiography, and venipuncture.
• Strong communication and client education skills.

Responsibilities

• Support efficient exam, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows.
• Perform anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery.
• Assist in surgery and dental procedures including prophylaxis and radiography.
• Maintain medical records and communicate treatment plans and discharge instructions.
• Delegate tasks and coordinate workflow to support patient care.
• Provide training and mentorship to technicians and assistants.
• Monitor operations to uphold safety and standards.
• Build strong relationships with clients and foster a collaborative team culture.

Skills

Anesthesia monitoring

Surgical assistance

Dental radiography

Venipuncture & IV catheter

Patient assessment & nursing

Mentorship & leadership

Client communication

Documentation & medical records

Team coordination

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician – MT

2+ years veterinary technician experience

Job description

Alpine Animal Clinic is seeking an experienced Lead Veterinary Technician!

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled technician who enjoys balancing hands-on patient care with team leadership. In this role, you will help support daily hospital operations while serving as a clinical resource and mentor for our technical team. We value our technicians for the clinical knowledge, judgment, and communication skills they bring across all areas of the hospital, helping to support quality of medicine, patient care, and client experience.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows
• Performing anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery
• Assisting in surgery and performing dental procedures, including prophylaxis and radiography
• Maintaining accurate medical records and communicating treatment plans and discharge instructions with clients
• Delegating daily tasks and helping coordinate workflow to support exceptional patient care
• Providing training, mentorship, and clinical guidance to Veterinary Technicians and Veterinary Assistants
• Monitoring daily operations to uphold safety, efficiency, and medical standards
• Building strong relationships with clients and fostering a collaborative, positive team culture

This role is ideal for technicians who are passionate about utilizing their full clinical skillset while developing others, leading by example, and helping drive excellence in both patient care and team performance.

Schedule and compensation:

• Compensation: $22-25per hour, for each hour worked
  • Shift differential offered for certain hours on weekdays and daily rate on weekends + emergency pay
• Our hospital is openMonday-Sunday. This role requires full-time hours, with a 4/10 schedule and availability needed Monday-Friday with rotating weekends once per month (including Saturday and Sunday). We require on-call weekend shifts once every 6 weeks.

Full-time Benefits Package*:

• Bonus package: $500-$2000 for candidates who meet certain experience and/or licensing requirements
• CE allowance: $500-$1,000 based on tenure and credentials
• Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k with company match
• Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
• Free pet boarding up to 20 days!

*Part-time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law

Minimum qualifications and skill set:

• 2+ years of veterinary technician experience
• Active and good-standing Licensed Veterinary Technician in the state of Montana preferred
• Team or shift lead experience preferred
• Proficiency in the following skills:
  • Patient assessment, nursing care, and monitoring
  • Anesthetic induction, monitoring, and recovery
  • Surgical assistance and aseptic technique
  • Dental prophylaxis and dental radiography
  • Venipuncture and intravenous catheter placement
  • Radiology positioning and safety protocols
  • Medication administration and accurate drug calculations
  • Laboratory sample collection and in-house diagnostic testing

Why choose Alpine Animal Clinic?

Technicians at Alpine Animal Clinic are essential to the exceptional care we provide every day. With a 7-doctor team and a modern, well-equipped facility, you’ll have the support and resources to fully utilize your skills and make a meaningful impact on patient care.

From anesthesia and surgical monitoring to lab work, dental procedures, and patient treatments, RVTs play a hands‑on role in every aspect of our hospital. We foster a culture of mentorship and professional growth, creating ongoing opportunities to learn, develop, and expand your skills. As an AAHA‑accredited hospital, we take pride in upholding the highest standards in veterinary medicine giving you the chance to be part of a team committed to excellence.

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This is a good‑faith estimate based on the role's requirements at the time of posting. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and other benefits depending on role and location. A complete description of benefits available for this position will be provided during the hiring process. Where required under applicable law, Company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and other legally mandated benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.

Pay Range

$22 - $25 USD

Western Veterinary Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Western Veterinary Partners is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact [e-mail]. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.

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