Lead Veterinary Technician- Houston, TX

Community Veterinary Partners; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer matching

Health, Vision, and Dental insurance

Journey Behavioral Health Program and

Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay

CE Reimbursement for CVTs and LVTs

Monthly Bonus Potential

Scrub Allowance

Generous Employee Discounts

Flexible Scheduling

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

Urban Veterinary Hospital is seeking a Lead Veterinary Technician to supervise and mentor a dedicated technician team. You will assist in surgery, dentistry, and routine care, while modeling best practices and supporting hospital operations.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of leadership experience and hold a veterinary technician license. This role emphasizes collaboration, high‑quality patient care, and ongoing professional growth in a supportive setting.

Qualifications

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT/CVT/RVT) strongly preferred.
• Skilled in anesthesia, dentistry, surgery support, and advanced nursing care.
• Leadership or management experience (2+ years) is desirable.
• Mentor capabilities for both seasoned and newer staff.
• Commitment to gold‑standard medicine and client education.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and provide guidance for the technician team with open communication.
• Assist in surgery, dentistry, and appointments while modeling best practices.
• Mentor the team, lead monthly meetings and build skills with leadership support.
• Collaborate on technician scheduling to align with hospital needs.
• Work with leadership to roll out strategies that raise the standard of care.

Skills

Leadership

Anesthesia

Dentistry

Surgery support

Client education

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT/CVT/RVT)

Tools

Anesthesia equipment

Job description

Lead Veterinary Technician – Empower a Team & Care for Pets

At Urban Veterinary Hospital, we celebrate diversity and foster an inclusive workplace where every team member feels valued, respected, and empowered. We encourage our technicians to fully utilize the skills they’re proud of and to continue growing in a supportive, collaborative environment.

Our clients trust us to deliver exceptional medicine and compassionate education about their animal companions. As part of our full-service hospital, you’ll experience a wide variety of cases — from wellness and preventive care to emergencies and chronic medical conditions.

On surgery days, we perform a range of procedures and collaborate with boarded mobile specialists for orthopedics and advanced imaging. This is an environment designed for professional development, skill‑building, and leadership growth.

What You’ll Do As a Lead Tech

• Supervise and provide guidance for the technician team while keeping communication open and supportive.
• Assist in surgery, dentistry, and appointments while modeling best practices.
• Elevate care hospital‑wide by mentoring the team, leading monthly meetings and building skills, always with leadership support.
• Collaborate on technician scheduling to align with hospital needs.
• Work with hospital leadership to roll out strategies and initiatives that raise the standard of care.

What We’re Looking For

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT/CVT/RVT) strongly preferred
• Skilled and confident in anesthesia, dentistry, surgery support, and advanced nursing care
• At least 2 years of leadership or management experience
• A natural mentor who supports both experienced team members and those newer to the field
• Passion for gold‑standard medicine and exceptional client education
• A collaborative leader who values inclusivity, accountability, and growth

Benefits

• 401(k) with employer matching
• Health, Vision, and Dental insurance
• Journey Behavioral Health Program and Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• CE Reimbursement for CVT's and LVT's
• Monthly Bonus Potential
• Scrub Allowance
• Generous Employee Discounts
• Flexible Scheduling
• Paid Parental Leave

Let’s Talk About Your Next Career Move

This is a leadership role that comes with full support—you’ll never feel like you’re doing it all alone. By working side‑by‑side with our Practice Manager and Lead Doctor, you’ll have the resources, mentorship, and collaboration you need to succeed. If you’re a veterinary technician who’s ready to step up, lead with heart, and make a difference every day, we’d love to meet you.