Lead Veterinary Technician: Team Leader in Care & Surgery

Star Valley Veterinary Clinic; Cumming (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid vacation

Retirement plan

Pet care discounts

Job summary

Creekside Animal Hospital in Cumming, GA is seeking a Lead Veterinary Technician to join our compassionate team. You will supervise technicians and assistants, coordinate care with veterinarians, and help ensure consistent, high‑quality patient services.

Ideal candidates have VT certification with 5+ years experience, strong leadership and communication skills, proficiency with Avimark, and the ability to mentor staff.

Qualifications

• Certification as a Veterinary Technician (or 5+ years of experience).
• Excellent communication, leadership, and team motivation.
• Ability to handle aggressive animals.
• Comfort with euthanasia and emotional aspects of care.
• Models a professional and courteous demeanor.
• Commitment to ongoing education and growth.
• Strong listening, critical thinking, and time management.

Responsibilities

• Performs the duties of a Veterinary Technician/RVT.
• Leads and mentors staff while ensuring policies are followed.
• Delegates tasks to technicians to optimize staffing.
• Acts as liaison between front office and medical staff.
• Oversees daily treatments and monitoring of hospitalized patients.
• Collaborates with veterinarians to ensure quality patient care.
• Manages client traffic and educates pet owners.
• Oversees sterile processing and controlled drug logs.
• Trains new employees and assists with staff meetings.
• Provides regular input to hospital management.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Animal handling

Team motivation

Professionalism

Problem solving

Education

Veterinary Technician Certification

Tools

Avimark management software

Job description

Creekside Animal Hospital in Cumming, GA is seeking a Lead Veterinary Technician to join our compassionate team. You will supervise technicians and assistants, coordinate care with veterinarians, and help ensure consistent, high‑quality patient services.

Ideal candidates have VT certification with 5+ years experience, strong leadership and communication skills, proficiency with Avimark, and the ability to mentor staff.