Veterinary Technician

Vetsavers Pet Hospital is hiring a LeadVeterinary Technician!

Position Details

• Role: Lead Veterinary Technician
• Status: Full-time
• Salary: Negotiable and based on experience
• Schedule: Hours vary, hospital hours are Monday-Friday 8-6, Sat 8-5, and Sun 10-6

Benefits Highlights

• Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses
• Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee discounts
• Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state license & VTNE fee reimbursement, and uniform allowance
• Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays and an Employee Assistance Program

Vetsavers - Dallas is a compassionate and modern veterinary practice dedicated to providing exceptional care for pets and their owners. We take pride in our supportive work environment. This is a 3 doctor practice with well-established support staff dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care.

Job Description:

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Lead Veterinary Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will assist veterinarians in providing top-quality medical care, ensuring the comfort and well-being of our furry patients. This individual must have a minimum of 2 years of experience in a Management or Lead capacity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Train, supervise, and support veterinary technicians in performing a wide range of clinical and client-education duties that support veterinarians and the practice manager.

• Ensure compliance with all federal and state animal health regulations, including OSHA and DEA requirements, and promptly report any issues to the practice manager or veterinarian in charge.

• Manage inventory and purchasing of pharmaceuticals and medical supplies, including controlled substances, surgery logs, and cost-effective stock management.

• Maintain strong technical knowledge of products, medications, and dietary items, and provide effective client education and product recommendations.

• Assist the practice manager in developing staff schedules that support doctors, surgery, outpatient flow, and team needs while actively monitoring overtime and payroll costs; arrange shift coverage as needed.

• Make recommendations to the practice manager regarding personnel matters and disciplinary actions to help maintain a productive, supportive, and high-quality work environment.

• Provide leadership to technicians and assistants by setting performance standards, monitoring performance, conducting evaluations with the practice manager, and mediating interpersonal or workflow concerns.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a management or lead role within a veterinary or animal hospital.

• Ability to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve professional, administrative, and supervisory issues using sound judgment within established policies and procedures.

• Knowledge of patient intake, treatment support, scheduling, medical supply ordering, and laboratory test requests.

• Proficient in the proper use, care, and storage of veterinary instruments, equipment, and materials.

• Skilled in sterilization techniques and preparation of instruments and materials for procedures.

• Familiarity with standardized treatment protocols and “tableside” assistance during exams, surgery, and procedures.

• Strong communication, leadership, and motivational skills, with the ability to address staff conflicts, manage personnel issues, and guide team performance effectively.

• Understanding of client service principles, including needs assessment, service quality standards, and client satisfaction.

• Excellent command of the English language structure, grammar, spelling, and written communication.

• Strong critical-thinking abilities to evaluate problems, assess solutions, and apply logical reasoning.

What We Offer:

Financial Benefits

• A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
• 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
• 529 Savings Plan
• Tuition Support Program (full-time only)
• Referral bonus program

Wellness Benefits

• Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
• Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
• Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time only; after one year of service)
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program

Workplace Benefits

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• State license reimbursement
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance

Lifestyle Benefits

• Six paid holidays (full-time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

If you think this is what you are looking for and are a dedicated Veterinary Technician who loves working with animals and wants to be a part of a compassionate team, we’d love to hear from you!

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at Vetsavers - Dallas and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That’s why we’re committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.