Lead Registered Veterinary Technician General Practice

Great Lakes Veterinary Specialists is seeking a talented, experienced Lead General Practice Registered Veterinary Technician, RVT to join our growing hybrid hospital team full time.

Are you looking to take your patient care and expertise to the next level? Are you an experienced RVT wanting to expand your knowledge and skillset while working with a variety of cases? Do you have 3 years of experience general practice, and experience in leadership?

We are a hybrid general practice and 24/7 Specialty and Emergency hospital staffed with an amazing team of compassionate and experienced veterinarians, highly skilled RVTs and an awesome team of well‑trained support staff. New team members are trained through a mentorship program before working independently. Applicants must have a positive attitude and an excellent work ethic with 3-4 years emergency experience preferred. Must be self‑motivated and able to think on your feet.

What You’ll Do

Whether you are a credentialed veterinary technician (CVT, RVT, LVT) or technician in training, we want you to use the knowledge that you’ve invested your time and talent in. The skills that you will be utilizing include, but are not limited to:

Lead Registered Veterinary Technician Duties Include

• Lead, mentor, and support veterinary assistants, technicians, and client service representatives.
• Assist with onboarding and training of new team members.
• Monitor staff performance and provide coaching, guidance, and constructive feedback.
• Promote teamwork, professionalism, and a positive workplace culture.
• Serve as a resource for staff questions and problem‑solving during daily operations.
• Assist management with scheduling, staffing needs, and workflow optimization.
• Coordinate daily hospital workflow to maximize efficiency and patient care.
• Monitor appointment flow and assist in resolving operational challenges.
• Ensure exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment are properly stocked and maintained.
• Assist with inventory management, ordering, and supply control.
• Ensure hospital cleanliness and compliance with sanitation protocols.

Potential Schedule: Full‑time, variable, weekend rotation required.

Compensation: $21 – $28 per hour based on skill set, experience, and licensure status.

What Makes VCA Great Lakes Unique

We are passionate about our team’s health and wellness and continue to foster a culture where asking questions is welcome, and training is the expectation. At VCA we are committed to equity, inclusion, and diversity, and strive to be a place where a talented mix of people want to come, stay, and do their best work.

The Benefits Continue to Grow

• Leadership opportunities (career growth potential)
• Hefty discounts to VetGirl and Fear Free Certification
• Free NAVTA membership
• $750 CE allowance
• Licensure tuition support and scholarships
• LVT license reimbursement
• Free wellness subscriptions (Head Space)
• Referral bonuses
• Competitive wage
• VTS career path financial support
• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• Life, long and short term disability insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Infertility benefits
• Paid vacation and sick time
• 401(k)
• Free access to Plumbs and educational platforms such as Vetfolio

The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development).

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer – Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com.