Lead Veterinary Technician & Mentor – Compassionate Care

Family Pet Health Center; Mattawan (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary + 401K match

Health and wellness benefits

Flexible work schedules

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee referral program

License renewal fees covered

CE stipend for ongoing learning

Mentorship and career growth

Comfortable scrubs

Job summary

Family Pet Health Center in Mattawan, MI is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician to lead and support our compassionate team. You will mentor staff, oversee clinical operations including anesthesia, radiology, and dentistry, and ensure compliance with protocols.

The role emphasizes diagnostics, client communication, and ongoing safety and quality care. We value teamwork, steady communication, and a calm, capable presence in a busy practice.

Qualifications

• Licensed Veterinary Technician credentials (Associate’s degree + VTNE passed).
• Proficient with practice management software and EMR systems.
• Excellent communication and ability to remain calm under pressure; supportive teammate.
• Fine motor skills for handling patients and equipment.
• Ability to stand for long periods, kneel, lift up to 40 lbs alone and assist up to 80 lbs with help.
• Willingness to work in a noisy environment with odors.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and supervise veterinary technicians and support staff to ensure high-quality patient care and workflow efficiency
• Oversee daily clinical operations, including surgery prep, anesthesia monitoring, dental procedures, radiology, and laboratory diagnostics
• Develop and maintain treatment protocols, safety procedures, and best practices in compliance with state regulations
• Coordinate staff schedules, training, onboarding, and performance evaluations
• Assist veterinarians with examinations, surgeries, and advanced medical procedures
• Monitor and maintain medical equipment, inventory, and pharmaceutical supplies
• Ensure accurate medical record documentation and client communication
• Implement and enforce hospital sanitation, infection control, and OSHA safety standards
• Handle complex or critical cases, including emergency triage and intensive patient monitoring
• Serve as a liaison between veterinarians, technicians, client service representatives, and management

Skills

Strong communication

Fine motor skills

Physical stamina

Team leadership

Lifting up to 40 lbs

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician (Associate’s + VTNE passed)

Tools

Practice management software

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Family Pet Health Center in Mattawan, MI is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician to lead and support our compassionate team. You will mentor staff, oversee clinical operations including anesthesia, radiology, and dentistry, and ensure compliance with protocols.

The role emphasizes diagnostics, client communication, and ongoing safety and quality care. We value teamwork, steady communication, and a calm, capable presence in a busy practice.