Lead Licensed Veterinary Technician

VetEvolve • Boynton Beach, FL

16d • $26 - $29

About The Position

The Lead Licensed Veterinary Technician plays a key leadership role in supporting veterinarians and the medical support team to ensure high-quality, compassionate patient care. The position provides advanced technical expertise while mentoring and developing team members and promoting consistency in medical standards, safety protocols, and operational efficiency.

The role combines clinical responsibilities—including assisting with examinations, treatments, and surgeries; performing advanced technical procedures; and operating diagnostic equipment—with team leadership, client education, recordkeeping, inventory coordination, equipment readiness, and workflow improvement. The Lead Licensed Veterinary Technician also helps implement hospital policies and procedures and supports a positive, collaborative, and inclusive culture. The position is based at Colonial Gateway Veterinary Center in Boynton Beach, Florida.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Licensed, certified, or registered Veterinary Technician credential.
• At least 3 years of clinical veterinary experience.
• Demonstrated proficiency in anesthesia monitoring, dentistry, laboratory procedures, and radiology.
• Basic computer literacy and ability to use practice management software and Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lead, train, and motivate team members while maintaining professionalism and accountability.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced setting while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Compassion and commitment to exceptional patient care and client service.
• Comfort working with cleaning chemicals, anesthetic gases, radiation, zoonotic diseases, and animal bodily fluids.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and safely handle animals up to 150 pounds.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and kneel for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Professional, neat appearance consistent with hospital standards.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and be available for scheduling during all hours the practice is open.

Nice To Haves

• Prior leadership or mentorship experience.

Responsibilities

• Coach, mentor, and train veterinary technicians and assistants to promote skill growth, efficiency, and engagement.
• Assist with hiring, onboarding, training, and mentoring new team members.
• Partner with leadership to schedule staff appropriately based on case load and skills.
• Serve as a clinical resource and role model for best practices in patient care, anesthesia monitoring, and client communication.
• Assist veterinarians during examinations, treatments, and surgical procedures, including proper restraint, preparation, and patient monitoring.
• Perform advanced technical procedures, including venipuncture, intubation, anesthesia induction and monitoring, dental prophylaxis, and laboratory diagnostics.
• Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian while following DEA and OSHA regulations.
• Operate and maintain radiology and ultrasound systems, following safety and quality-control protocols.
• Support accurate medical recordkeeping, charge capture, and client education documentation.
• Partner with the Practice Manager on inventory control, ordering, and vendor relations.
• Monitor equipment maintenance and ensure equipment is ready for medical and surgical use.
• Identify workflow improvements to enhance efficiency and client experience.
• Assist with implementing hospital policies and procedures to maintain compliance and quality standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe hospital environment.
• Provide compassionate, professional client education about treatment plans, preventative care, medications, and products.
• Use effective communication and problem-solving when handling client questions or concerns.
• Foster trust and collaboration among clients, doctors, and the care team to support continuity of care.
• Participate in staff meetings, hospital initiatives, and continuing education opportunities.
• Promote a positive, collaborative, and inclusive culture aligned with hospital and VetEvolve values.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support hospital operations and patient care.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Access to an employee assistance program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED