Lead Veterinary Technician

Community Veterinary Partners•Franklin Lakes, NJ

About The Position

Franklin Lakes Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced veterinary technician to lead its technician team. The practice has been part of the community for 30 years and is a busy, nine-doctor hospital that treats dogs, cats, exotics, and wildlife. Its staff is tenured, with many team members having worked there for more than 20 years. The Lead Veterinary Technician works closely with the Practice Manager and Lead Doctor to deliver excellent patient and client care. This leadership role supervises the technician team and is responsible for training technician team members. The position requires autonomy, sound patient-care knowledge, a collaborative and respectful approach, effective communication, and the ability to work varying or flexible hours, including some weekends.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience as a veterinary technician.
At least 2 years of experience as a supervisor or lead veterinary technician.
Strong patient-care knowledge and skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team while maintaining a positive attitude.
Ability to work varying or flexible hours, including some weekends.
Ability to prioritize in a busy general practice setting.
Ability to lead respectfully and collaboratively.
Effective communication skills with teammates, clinicians, management, and clients.
Ability to administer injections and oral medications.
Ability to take radiographs and perform EKGs.
Familiarity with common emergencies, medications, and treatments.
Laboratory skills, including in-house diagnostics.
Venipuncture and IV catheter placement skills.
Proficiency in anesthetic monitoring.

Nice To Haves

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) credential.
Proof of ongoing continuing education in veterinary technician skills and/or leadership.

Responsibilities

Partner closely with the Practice Manager and Lead Doctor to ensure excellent patient and client care.
Supervise the technician team.
Handle training for technician team members.
Prioritize work in a busy general practice setting.
Lead the team respectfully and collaboratively to achieve common goals.
Communicate effectively with teammates, clinicians, management, and clients.
Administer injections and oral medications.
Take radiographs and perform EKGs.
Use familiarity with common emergencies, medications, and treatments.
Perform in-house diagnostic laboratory work.
Perform venipuncture and place IV catheters.
Monitor anesthesia.