Lead Veterinary Technician — Mentor & Community Impact

ARIZONA HUMANE SOCIETY; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous PTO

Up to 8 paid holidays

401(k) with employer contribution

Medical, Dental and Vision Plans

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Discounts on veterinary services

Job summary

The Arizona Humane Society is hiring a full-time Lead Veterinary Technician to join our Community Medicine Hospital team. You will guide a clinical team, mentor staff, and help ensure exceptional care for every patient and client.

Daily tasks include assisting veterinarians in exams, surgeries, and diagnostics, overseeing patient flow, performing anesthesia monitoring, and handling lab work. Strong communication and record-keeping are essential, along with inventory management and a commitment

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Four years of experience as a veterinary technician in a general practice/full-service clinic.
• One year of leadership experience required.
• English reading, writing and speaking; Spanish helpful.
• Proficiency with DaysSmart and MS Office; ability to learn other software.
• Regular attendance and punctuality required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor clinic staff to uphold high standards of care.
• Assist veterinarians in exams, surgeries, and diagnostics.
• Oversee patient flow to keep appointments and procedures running smoothly.
• Perform anesthesia monitoring and routine lab work.
• Communicate with clients about treatment plans and home care; maintain records and inventory.

Skills

English proficiency

Leadership experience

Spanish helpful

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

DaysSmart

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Outlook

Internet Explorer

Job description

The Arizona Humane Society is hiring a full-time Lead Veterinary Technician to join our Community Medicine Hospital team. You will guide a clinical team, mentor staff, and help ensure exceptional care for every patient and client.

Daily tasks include assisting veterinarians in exams, surgeries, and diagnostics, overseeing patient flow, performing anesthesia monitoring, and handling lab work. Strong communication and record-keeping are essential, along with inventory management and a commitment