Lead Veterinary Technician

Abqpetcarehospital; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with match

Continuing education allowance

License reimbursement

Uniform allowance

Pet care discounts

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Abqpetcarehospital in Raleigh, NC seeks an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) Team Lead to guide the Treatment and Surgery teams. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and benefits, including a sign-on bonus and a supportive environment focusing on team development. The successful candidate will have 3+ years of clinical experience, strong leadership skills, and a passion for patient care. Join a dedicated team that values collaboration and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of clinical experience preferred in leadership.
• Strong skills in anesthesia, surgery, and dentistry.
• Experience in fast-paced GP, urgent care, or ER settings.

Responsibilities

• Coach, mentor, and support RVTs and assistants.
• Manage daily workflow and efficiency in treatment.
• Oversee surgical and dental operations.

Skills

Leadership

Anesthesia

Surgery

Communication

Team Development

Problem-Solving

Education

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)

Job description

Team Lead RVT | Quail Corners Animal Hospital

1613 East Millbrook Road, Raleigh, NC, 27609

Step Into Leadership at a Hospital That Truly Values Technicians

Quail Cornors Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) Team Lead to help guide and elevate our Treatment and Surgery teams.

If you’re a skilled technician who’s ready to take the next step into leadership or already leading and looking for a hospital that will support your growth, this is an opportunity to make a real impact.

Why Quail Cornors?

Serving the Raleigh community since 1969, Quail Cornors is a well-established primary care, urgent care, and 24-hour emergency hospital with seven doctors and a highly collaborative support team.

• A Fear Free approach focused on patient and team wellbeing
• A fast-paced, high-quality caseload (GP + urgent + emergency + surgery + dentistry)
• A team-first, supportive culture where leadership is hands‑on and accessible
• A hospital that fully utilizes technicians and encourages growth, training, and development

The Role: RVT Team Lead

As our Team Lead, you’ll play a key role in driving clinical excellence, team development, and daily operations across treatment and surgical areas.

This is a working leadership role. You’ll lead by example on the floor while coaching and developing your team.

What You’ll Do

Leadership & Team Development

• Coach, mentor, and support RVTs, assistants, and support staff
• Partner with hospital leadership and doctors to advance medical quality and training
• Help onboard and train new hires while supporting continued staff development
• Foster a positive, accountable, and growth‑oriented team culture

Treatment Area Oversight

• Manage daily workflow, staffing assignments, and efficiency in treatment
• Oversee inventory, stocking, and collaboration with inventory management
• Maintain and improve protocols to support high‑quality, efficient patient care
• Ensure compliance with AVMA, NCVMB, and OSHA standards

Surgery & Dentistry

• Oversee daily surgical and dental operations, including workflow and staffing
• Ensure high standards in anesthesia, patient monitoring, and recovery
• Support seamless coordination between treatment and surgical teams

Training & Growth

• Provide hands‑on training and mentorship across skill levels
• Support CE initiatives, team meetings, and skill development opportunities
• Help build a culture of continuous learning and clinical excellence

What We’re Looking For

• Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) required
• 3+ years of clinical experience (leadership experience preferred)
• Strong skills in anesthesia, surgery, and dentistry
• Experience in fast‑paced GP, urgent care, or ER settings
• Proven ability to lead, delegate, and develop others
• Strong communication, organization, and problem‑solving skills
• Passion for patient care, team development, and hospital growth

Schedule & Benefits

• Full‑time – 40 hours/week
• 4‑day work week with rotating Saturdays

Compensation & Perks

• Competitive pay based on experience and leadership background
• $1,000 Sign‑on / retention bonus
• Full benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, disability
• 401(k) with match
• CE allowance + license reimbursement
• Uniform allowance
• Generous pet care discounts
• Paid time off + holidays

Growth & Leadership Opportunity

This role is designed for someone who wants to grow their leadership career. You’ll have the opportunity to shape protocols, develop team members, and influence hospital operations, with continued growth and compensation opportunities as you expand in the role.

Join a Team That Has Your Back

At Quail Cornors, we believe the best patient care comes from supported, empowered teams. You won’t just be filling a role, you’ll be helping lead a hospital that values collaboration, compassion, and continuous improvement.

Ready to step into a leadership role where you can make a difference? Apply today.

Quail Cornors is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to applicable regulations, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner consistent with the law.