Lead Veterinary Technician

  • Full-time
  • Compensation: USD 23 - USD 28 - hourly

Company Description

Looking for a fulfilling career where you can make a real difference in the lives of pets and their owners? We are excited to announce that the brand new Priority Pet Urgent Care state-of-the-art clinic here in Wildwood is now open!

The Priority Pet Urgent Care mission is committed to providing easy-to-access quality care with a promise to our clients that their pets are our priority. We value teamwork, compassion, and excellence, offering a supportive work environment with opportunities for growth and development.

We look forward to connecting!

Our hours of operation are:

  • Mon – Fri: 4 PM – 12 AM
  • Sat – Sun: 10 AM – 6 PM

To learn more about us, please visit our website at https://prioritypetwildwood.com/

Job Description

The Veterinary Technician Team Lead is responsible for overseeing daily operations, maintaining workflow efficiency, supporting the medical team, and ensuring a high standard of patient care and client experience. This role serves as the bridge between staff and leadership.

1. Workflow & Operations Management

  • Maintain smooth patient flow from check-in to discharge
  • Monitor wait times and adjust staffing/assignments as needed
  • Ensure all appointments and walk-ins are triaged appropriately
  • Identify and resolve bottlenecks in real time
  • Support estimate compliance
  • Ensure all services and charges are captured appropriately

2. Team Leadership & Accountability

  • Lead by example in professionalism, efficiency, and attitude
  • Hold team members accountable to SOPs and performance expectations
  • Provide real-time coaching and redirection
  • Support onboarding and training of new team members

3. Patient Care Oversight

  • Ensure accurate and complete patient histories
  • Verify treatments, diagnostics, and charges are completed correctly
  • Assist with critical cases and high-acuity patients as needed

4. Client Experience

  • Ensure timely communication with clients
  • De-escalate client concerns professionally and confidently
  • Maintain a compassionate, service-driven environment

5. Communication

  • Act as liaison between DVMs, CSRs, and technicians
  • Provide clear direction during shifts
  • Escalate concerns to Practice Manager when needed

Qualifications

We're Looking For:

  • An experienced veterinary technician with at least 1-year professional experience in a leadership role is required.
    • A certified veterinary technician with an active license in FL would be preferred, but is not required.
  • Strong leadership and decision-making abilities.
  • Excellent communication and conflict resolution skills.
  • Consistent punctuality and reliability in adherence to scheduled shifts.
  • Availability to work some weekend shifts.
  • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
  • Problem-solving mindset with high accountability.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of veterinary procedures, preventative care, and hospital operations.
  • Expertise in safe and low-stress animal restraint techniques.
  • Proficiency in various sample collection methods, including blood, urine, fecal, and skin specimens.
  • Experience in radiographic positioning and image capture.
  • Experience in anesthesia administration and surgical monitoring.
  • Commitment to professional ethics and continuous learning.

Additional Information

Pay Range: $23 - $28/hr. depending on level of experience.

We offer our staff:

  • Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA) 
  • Employee Assistance Program 
  • Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees 
  • Paid Bereavement Program 
  • Paid Parental Leave Program  
  • Competitive Compensation  
  • Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
  • Tuition Assistance Program 
  • Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster 
  • Career Development Opportunities 
  • Referral Bonus Program for most positions! 
  • Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc.) 

Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check. 

*Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.

For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit: https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/