Lead Veterinary Technician: Surgery & Team Leadership

Alliance Animal Health; San Antonio (TX); Sur place; USD 55 000 - 75 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

Paid Parental Leave

Continuing Education Allowance

Tuition Reimbursement

Résumé du poste

Ellison Drive Animal Hospital in San Antonio seeks an experienced Lead Veterinary Technician to lead daily hospital operations, assist veterinarians, and support patient care with strong surgical and anesthesia skills.

You’ll mentor technicians, ensure efficient workflow, manage records, and uphold high veterinary standards while maintaining compassionate client communication and a positive team culture.

Qualifications

• We’re seeking a Lead Veterinary Technician with surgical and anesthesia expertise.
• Experience in a lead or senior role is a plus and weekend availability is preferred.
• CVT/RVT/LVT credentials are a bonus and a strong client-service orientation is essential.

Responsabilités

• Lead and support veterinary technicians and assistants in daily hospital operations.
• Assist veterinarians with exams, procedures, and patient care.
• Prepare surgical patients and provide skilled surgical assistance.
• Monitor anesthesia and post-anesthesia recovery for procedures.
• Provide nursing care for hospitalized and complex cases.
• Collect and process samples and operate lab/diagnostic testing equipment.
• Position patients and capture radiographs, including dental radiographs when applicable.
• Maintain accurate medical records and communicate treatment plans to clients.
• Coach, support, and provide feedback to team members.

Connaissances

Surgical experience

Anesthesia experience

Lead/senior experience

Communication skills

Weekend availability

Preventative care knowledge

Formation

CVT, RVT, or LVT credentials

Outils

Laboratory equipment

Radiography equipment

Description du poste

Ellison Drive Animal Hospital in San Antonio seeks an experienced Lead Veterinary Technician to lead daily hospital operations, assist veterinarians, and support patient care with strong surgical and anesthesia skills.

You’ll mentor technicians, ensure efficient workflow, manage records, and uphold high veterinary standards while maintaining compassionate client communication and a positive team culture.