Lead Veterinary Technician

Vetcor • Honolulu, HI

2d

About The Position

Aliʻi Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Lead Veterinary Technician (Floor Lead) to join our growing team. This leadership role is ideal for a skilled technician who is passionate about patient care, team development, and creating an exceptional client experience in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. At Aliʻi Animal Hospital, we are committed to providing the highest level of care to our patients while supporting our team members’ professional growth and well-being. With multiple hospital and clinic locations, we work together to ensure pets receive the care they deserve. The Lead Veterinary Technician plays a key role in supporting the clinical team, ensuring efficient workflow, and fostering a positive hospital culture. This position serves as a bridge between leadership and technical staff while maintaining high standards of patient care, client service, and operational excellence. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring strong technical expertise, organization, communication, and the ability to guide and mentor others.

Requirements

• Experience as a Veterinary Technician (licensed preferred)
• Strong technical skills, including anesthesia monitoring, diagnostics, and patient care
• Working knowledge of veterinary terminology, procedures, and pharmacology
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment
• A team-oriented mindset with a passion for teaching and learning

Responsibilities

• Train, mentor, and support technical staff through ongoing development
• Lead daily workflow to ensure efficiency, organization, and timely patient care
• Motivate and support team members while fostering a collaborative environment
• Provide constructive, respectful feedback and help team members grow
• Oversee patient intake, hospitalization, and discharge processes
• Support and guide team members in nursing care, diagnostics, surgery, radiology, and anesthesia
• Ensure accurate, thorough medical records and proper charge capture
• Act as a “go-to” technical expert and resource for the team
• Ensure smooth client and patient flow throughout the hospital
• Support a professional, compassionate, and timely client experience
• Assist in resolving client concerns and maintaining strong communication
• Help improve systems and workflows to better serve patients and clients
• Maintain hospital logs, supplies, and inventory
• Ensure safety protocols and OSHA compliance are upheld
• Assist with equipment maintenance and troubleshooting

Benefits

• 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
• A flexible approach to compensation that will reflect your skillset and future performance
• 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account
• 529 Savings Plan
• Tuition Support Program
• Referral bonus program
• Health Insurance, including medical, dental, and vision
• Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program
• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• Professional development opportunities
• State license reimbursement
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance
• Ability to join our VetCor Techlife Facebook group of over 800 veterinary technicians company-wide
• Six paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees