Lead Licensed Veterinary Technician

VetEvolve • Boynton Beach, FL

15d • Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Licensed Veterinary Technician provides leadership and advanced technical expertise to support veterinarians and the medical support team in delivering high-quality, compassionate patient care. The role mentors and develops team members and helps ensure consistent medical standards, safety protocols, and operational efficiency.

The technician serves as a clinical resource and role model, assists with examinations, treatments, and surgical procedures, and performs advanced technical procedures. The role also supports staffing, onboarding, inventory, equipment readiness, medical records, policy compliance, client education, and improvements to hospital workflows. The position promotes a positive, collaborative, and inclusive culture and supports hospital operations and patient care as needed.

The position is with Colonial Gateway Veterinary Center in Boynton Beach, Florida. Compensation is $26–$29 per hour, commensurate with licensure and experience. The schedule must be flexible, with availability during all hours the practice is open.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Licensed, certified, or registered Veterinary Technician credential.
• At least 3 years of clinical veterinary experience.
• 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 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 based on caseload and skills.
• Serve as a clinical resource and role model for patient care, anesthesia monitoring, and client communication.
• Assist veterinarians with examinations, treatments, and surgical procedures, including restraint, preparation, and patient monitoring.
• Perform advanced technical procedures, including venipuncture, intubation, anesthesia induction and monitoring, dental prophylaxis, and laboratory diagnostics.
• Administer prescribed medications, vaccines, and treatments in compliance with DEA and OSHA regulations.
• Operate and maintain diagnostic equipment, including 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 readiness for medical and surgical use.
• Identify workflow improvements that can enhance efficiency and client experience.
• Help implement hospital policies and procedures to maintain compliance and quality standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe hospital environment.
• Educate clients compassionately and professionally about treatment plans, preventative care, medications, and products.
• Model effective communication and problem-solving when addressing 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
• Employee assistance program

What This Job Offers

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