Veterinary Technician Lead

Abqpetcarehospital; Lemont (PA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Continuing education support

Employee pet care discounts

Leadership development opportunities

Career advancement within a growing h

Supportive leadership committed to你的

Job summary

Mt. Nittany Veterinary Hospital in State College, PA is seeking a Lead Veterinary Technician to guide the treatment floor, support veterinarians, and mentor technicians. The role emphasizes building a collaborative culture, improving workflows, and delivering high‑quality patient care.

Candidates with CVT/LVT/RVT credentials and 5+ years of hands‑on experience with leadership are encouraged to apply; a flexible schedule (4‑ or 5‑day week) and strong communication skills are valued.

Qualifications

• CVT preferred with strong leadership experience.
• Licensed (LVT/RVT) encouraged to apply.
• 5+ years of hands-on veterinary technician experience with leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example on the treatment floor and oversee technicians.
• Assist veterinarians with appointments, surgery, anesthesia, and diagnostics.
• Train onboarding of new technicians and assistants.
• Coach team through feedback and one-on-one meetings.
• Help develop SOPs and improve workflow efficiencies.
• Support scheduling and daily staffing needs.
• Foster teamwork, accountability, and a positive culture.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Problem solving

Education

CVT

LVT/RVT license

Job description

Lead Veterinary Technician

Mt. Nittany Veterinary Hospital – 200 Elmwood St State College, PA

Pay: $25–$30/hour

Are you an experienced Lead Veterinary Technician, Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT), Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT), Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT), or a highly skilled Veterinary Technician ready to step into leadership? Mt. Nittany Veterinary Hospital is looking for a motivated, hands‑on leader who is passionate about developing people, improving hospital efficiency, and creating an exceptional experience for both patients and team members. This is an exciting opportunity to join a hospital under new leadership where you have a direct impact on building culture, strengthening processes, and helping shape the future of our growing team.

If you enjoy mentoring others, thrive in a fast‑paced environment, and lead by example on the treatment floor, we’d love to meet you.

Responsibilities

• Leading by example on the treatment floor
• Assisting veterinarians with appointments, surgery, anesthesia, dentistry, diagnostics, and patient treatments
• Training and onboarding new technicians and veterinary assistants
• Coaching team members through regular feedback and one‑on‑one meetings
• Helping develop and maintain clinical protocols and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Improving workflow efficiencies and helping appointments move smoothly throughout the day
• Assisting with technician scheduling and daily staffing needs
• Encouraging teamwork, accountability, and professional growth
• Supporting a collaborative, positive culture built around communication and patient care
• Maintaining a calm, low‑stress environment for patients and clients

Qualifications

• Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) preferred
• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) or Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) encouraged to apply
• Candidates with 5+ years of hands‑on veterinary technician experience and demonstrated leadership experience will also be considered
• Strong surgical and anesthesia experience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Positive, encouraging leadership style
• Self‑motivated with strong organizational and problem‑solving skills
• Passion for mentoring others and helping teams succeed
• Commitment to high‑quality medicine and exceptional client service

Schedule

We value work‑life balance and flexibility. Flexible 4‑day or 5‑day work week.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation: $25–$30/hour based on experience.

We also offer a competitive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Continuing education support
• Employee pet care discounts
• Leadership development opportunities
• Career advancement within a growing hospital
• Supportive leadership committed to your success

Equal Employment Opportunity

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.