Senior Veterinary Technician & Team Leader

VetEvolve; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Bay Beach Veterinary Hospital in Virginia Beach, VA seeks a Licensed Veterinary Technician to lead clinical staff and support veterinarians with high-quality patient care. The role emphasizes mentorship, anesthesia monitoring, diagnostics, and client communication.

The position requires active LVN/LVT credentials, at least 3 years of clinical experience, and a commitment to safety and teamwork in a fast-paced practice. Competitive hourly compensation and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Licensed Veterinary Technician credential required.
• Minimum of 3 years of clinical veterinary experience.
• Prior leadership or mentorship experience preferred.
• Excellent communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide coaching, mentorship, and training to veterinary technicians and assistants to promote skill growth, efficiency, and engagement.
• Assist with hiring, onboarding, training, and mentoring new team members.
• Partner with leadership to schedule staff appropriately based on case load and skills.
• Serve as a clinical resource and role model for best practices in patient care, anesthesia monitoring, and client communication.
• Assist veterinarians during examinations, treatments, and surgical procedures, ensuring proper restraint, preparation, and patient monitoring.
• Perform advanced technical procedures including venipuncture, intubation, anesthesia induction and monitoring, dental prophylaxis, and laboratory diagnostics.
• Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian, following all DEA and OSHA regulations.
• Operate and maintain diagnostic equipment such as radiology and ultrasound systems, adhering to safety and quality control protocols.
• Support accurate and thorough medical recordkeeping, charge capture, and client education documentation.
• Partner with the Practice Manager to oversee inventory control, ordering, and vendor relations.
• Monitor equipment maintenance and ensure readiness for medical and surgical use.
• Identify workflow improvement opportunities to enhance efficiency and client experience.
• Assist with implementing hospital policies and procedures to maintain compliance and quality standards.
• Lead by example in maintaining a clean, organized, and safe hospital environment.
• Provide compassionate and professional client education regarding treatment plans, preventative care, medications, and products.
• Model effective communication and problem-solving when handling client questions or concerns.
• Foster trust and collaboration among clients, doctors, and the care team to ensure continuity of care.
• Participate in staff meetings, hospital initiatives, and continuing education opportunities.
• Promote a positive, collaborative, and inclusive culture aligned with hospital and VetEvolve values.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support hospital operations and patient care.

Skills

Leadership

Mentorship

Anesthesia monitoring

Dentistry

Radiology

Laboratory procedures

Communication skills

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Licensed Veterinary Technician credential

Tools

Practice management software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Bay Beach Veterinary Hospital in Virginia Beach, VA seeks a Licensed Veterinary Technician to lead clinical staff and support veterinarians with high-quality patient care. The role emphasizes mentorship, anesthesia monitoring, diagnostics, and client communication.

The position requires active LVN/LVT credentials, at least 3 years of clinical experience, and a commitment to safety and teamwork in a fast-paced practice. Competitive hourly compensation and comprehensive benefits are offered.