Veterinary Technician Lead – Shelter Medicine & Community Engagement

Rowan University • Glassboro, NJ

8d • $25 - $40 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine (SSVM) at Rowan University is seeking a dedicated and experienced Technician Lead to support the Shelter Medicine & Community Engagement service. This position blends advanced veterinary technical expertise with frontline leadership and operational support in a mission-driven clinical and educational environment. The Technician Lead will provide high-quality technical assistance across shelter and community-based clinical activities while delivering day-to-day oversight of support staff, supporting administrative, budget, and procurement operations, and serving as the service representative at Lead Technician meetings in collaboration with the Technician Manager. This role is ideal for a veterinary technician passionate about population medicine, access-to-care initiatives, student teaching, and team leadership.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in Veterinary Technology (or equivalent).
• Credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT/LVT/RVT) preferred or eligibility for licensure in New Jersey.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of veterinary technical experience; shelter medicine or high-volume surgery experience strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership, mentoring, or supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience supporting administrative, inventory, or procurement processes is a plus.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in diverse clinical environments, including shelters and community based settings with valid driver’s license and mode of reliable transportation.

Nice To Haves

• Credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT/LVT/RVT) preferred or eligibility for licensure in New Jersey.
• Shelter medicine or high-volume surgery experience strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership, mentoring, or supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience supporting administrative, inventory, or procurement processes is a plus.
• Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS) certification eligible or achieved, or equivalent specialty-level expertise (for Level 1 Lead Veterinary Technician)
• Minimum 5 years clinical experience (for Level 1 Lead Veterinary Technician)
• Minimum 5 years clinical experience (for Level 2 Lead Veterinary Technician)
• Associate degree or higher (for Level 1 Lead Veterinary Assistant)
• Minimum 5 years clinical experience (for Level 1 Lead Veterinary Assistant)

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced veterinary technical support for shelter and community engagement activities, including patient handling, sample collection, anesthesia assistance, surgical support, treatments, and preventive care.
• Prepare and maintain clinical equipment, supplies, and mobile/community- based materials.
• Support medical record documentation and discharge processes as needed.
• Ensure adherence to standards of patient care, biosecurity, and safety across varied clinical environments.
• Provide day-to-day oversight and coordination of technicians and support staff within the Shelter Medicine & Community Engagement service.
• Assist with workflow organization, case flow, and task delegation.
• Support onboarding, training, and mentorship of technicians and students.
• Foster a collaborative, respectful, and accountable team culture.
• Support administrative functions, including scheduling coordination, service communications, and documentation.
• Assist with budget-related processes, expense tracking, and financial documentation.
• Support procurement and inventory activities, including ordering, stock monitoring, and supply organization.
• Identify workflow or resource challenges and contribute to operational improvements.
• Serve as the point of contact for the Shelter Medicine & Community Engagement service at Lead Technician meetings with the Technician Manager.
• Communicate service needs, updates, and operational considerations.
• Support alignment between clinical, operational, and educational priorities.
• Support veterinary students during clinical skills, labs, and service-based learning activities.
• Assist with preparation and organization of teaching materials and clinical exercises.
• Promote a positive learning environment emphasizing patient safety and professionalism.
• Perform additional responsibilities or special projects as assigned.
• Support departmental, hospital, and community engagement and outreach initiatives as needed.

Benefits

• NJ State health, dental, and retirement plans
• Accrued paid time off
• Holidays
• Tuition benefits
• Eligibility to participate in the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree