Head Veterinary Technician
About The Position
Countryside Veterinary Center is a busy, full-service animal hospital seeking an experienced veterinary technician for a leadership role as Head Veterinary Technician. This position combines hands-on clinical work with team leadership, training, scheduling, department organization, and the continued development of the Treatment team. The Head Veterinary Technician will work alongside Veterinary Technicians, Veterinary Assistants, and Treatment Assistants, partnering with doctors and hospital leadership to ensure smooth department operations and team growth. The ideal candidate enjoys working with people, teaching, mentoring, organizing, and serving as a reliable resource for their team.
Requirements
- At least 3 years of veterinary technician experience
- Illinois CVT certification required
- Previous experience training, mentoring, leading, or supervising others
- Strong technical and clinical skills and enjoyment of hands-on work
- Organization and ability to manage multiple priorities in a busy hospital
- Clear and professional communication with doctors, team members, hospital leadership, and clients
- Ability to provide constructive feedback and hold people accountable
- Enjoyment of teaching and developing other team members
- Initiative and follow-through
- Ability to remain calm and professional in challenging situations
Responsibilities
- Lead and support Veterinary Technicians, Veterinary Assistants, and Treatment Assistants
- Oversee the daily workflow, organization, and staffing of the Treatment Department
- Recruit, interview, onboard, train, and develop treatment team members
- Provide ongoing coaching, mentorship, feedback, and support
- Create and maintain department SOPs, protocols, and training programs
- Assist team members in building their skills and reaching their professional goals
- Collaborate with doctors and the medical team to provide excellent patient care
- Perform hands-on examinations, procedures, surgery, dentistry, anesthesia, laboratory work, and patient monitoring
- Serve as a clinical and technical resource for the treatment team
- Coordinate scheduling and ensure appropriate department coverage
- Maintain an organized, well-stocked, and efficient Treatment Department
- Foster relationships with veterinary technician schools and coordinate externship opportunities
- Collaborate with other departments to support smooth hospital operations
- Act as a go-to resource for the Treatment team and foster a positive, collaborative work environment
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- PTO & sick pay
- 7 paid holidays & 2 floating holidays
- Health, dental & vision insurance
- Employer-paid short-term disability insurance, with buy-up option
- Life & disability insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid parental/child-bonding leave
- Generous employee discount
- Bring your pet to work with you
- Snacks & coffee always stocked
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
