Veterinary Technician Lead

NVA General Practice; State College (Centre County); 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-hs

Supportive leadership

Job summary

Mt. Nittany Veterinary Hospital in State College, PA is seeking a Lead Veterinary Technician to lead a skilled team and advance patient care. The role offers leadership opportunities, mentorship, and a focus on building culture and efficient workflows in a growing hospital.

The successful candidate will bring 5+ years’ hands‑on veterinary experience, strong surgical/anesthesia skills, and a CVT/LVT/RVT credential. Competitive pay and benefits accompany a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years hands‑on veterinary technician experience with leadership experience.
• Strong surgical and anesthesia experience.
• Certified or licensed technician with CVT/LVT/RVT credentials preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; mentoring mindset.
• Motivated, self‑driven with strong organizational skills.

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.
• Developing and maintaining clinical SOPs and workflows.
• Improving workflow efficiencies and ensuring smooth appointments.
• Assisting with technician scheduling and daily staffing needs.
• Encouraging teamwork, accountability and professional growth.
• Supporting a collaborative, patient‑focused culture.
• Maintaining a calm, low‑stress environment for patients and clients.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Organization

Problem‑solving

Team development

Education

CVT certification

LVT/RVT license encouraged

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'll have a direct impact on building culture, strengthening processes, and helping shape the future of our growing team.

If you're someone who enjoys mentoring others, thrives in a fast‑paced environment, and leads by example on the treatment floor, we'd love to meet you.

Why Join Mt. Nittany Veterinary Hospital?

Our hospital is growing, and so is our leadership team. With a newly remodeled facility, motivated veterinarians, and an experienced support staff, we're focused on providing outstanding patient care while creating an engaging and supportive workplace. We've established strong systems and standard operating procedures that allow our team to work efficiently while maintaining a low‑stress experience for our patients.

As our Lead Veterinary Technician, you'll have the opportunity to help build a positive team culture, mentor technicians and assistants, and partner closely with hospital leadership to continue improving workflows and patient care.

Your Impact

As our Lead Veterinary Technician, you'll divide your time between providing exceptional patient care and leading the technician team.

Responsibilities Include

• 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

We're Looking For

• 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

Build the Team You Want to Work With

This is more than a Lead Veterinary Technician position—it's an opportunity to help shape the culture of a hospital that's investing in its people, its patients, and its future.

If you're ready to mentor others, improve workflows, and lead a team that is passionate about providing exceptional veterinary medicine, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help lead the future of Mt. Nittany Veterinary Hospital!