Veterinary Technician Lead
About The Position
The Veterinary Technician Lead is a key member of the Veterinary Services team at BCUS, providing clinical and technical support to the Veterinarians and assisting with the training of both new and existing staff. This position collaborates with the Veterinary Technician Supervisor to monitor staff performance and recommend training initiatives as necessary. This role is responsible for ensuring the delivery of high-quality animal care, fostering team accountability, and promoting adherence to institutional and regulatory guidelines. This position requires strong technical and clinical expertise, proactive communication and effective team collaboration in a dynamic work environment.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Minimum of 2 years of progressively responsible veterinary technician experience required.
- Demonstrated proficiency in advanced veterinary technical procedures, anesthesia monitoring, sample collection, medication administration, and laboratory techniques.
- Experience administering medications through intravenous (IV), intradermal (ID), subcutaneous (SQ), intramuscular (IM), and oral routes.
- Strong knowledge of animal husbandry, animal welfare regulations, and laboratory animal medicine.
- Ability to mentor, train, and develop technical staff in a supportive and professional manner.
- Excellent observational skills with the ability to recognize subtle changes in animal health and behavior.
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to organize work, prioritize multiple responsibilities, and function effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated professionalism, integrity, and commitment to compassionate animal care.
- Ability to lift and maneuver animals and veterinary equipment safely while maintaining attention to detail and safety.
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree in Veterinary Technology or related field preferred.
- ALAT or LAT Certification preferred.
- Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
Responsibilities
- Assist veterinarians with examinations, treatments, surgical procedures, diagnostics and sample collection.
- Perform advanced veterinary technical procedures including anesthesia monitoring, medication administration, catheter placement, and patient recovery.
- Monitor animal health and behavior, promptly communicating abnormalities to the veterinary team.
- Ensure accurate and timely documentation of medical procedures, treatments, and observations.
- Assist the Sr. Veterinary Technicians and Technical Trainer train and orient new Veterinary Technicians and assist with the training of existing staff.
- Mentor technicians by demonstrating proper techniques, reinforcing best practices, and promoting continuous learning.
- Promoted teamwork, accountability, professionalism, and effective communication within the department.
- Ensure adherence to institutional policies, SOPs, IACUC protocols, USDA, AAALAC standards, and all applicable animal welfare requirements.
- Maintain complete and accurate clinical records and procedural documentation.
- Assist with internal audits and inspections.
- Promote proper sanitation, infection control, biosecurity practices throughout the veterinary areas.
- Assist with emergency response protocols and care during off-hour or high-priority situations.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support business operations and continuous improvement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
