Lead Credentialed Veterinary Technician

Keller Animal Clinic has been serving the Keller, TX community since 1980, upholding the tradition of care and concern as the area’s first veterinary facility. Our mission is centered on comprehensive small animal veterinary care, treating every pet like our own. The community recognizes this dedication, reflected in our exceptional 4.7-star Google rating. If you are looking for a stable practice where high-quality medicine meets genuine compassion, we invite you to join our growing team and pursue the next chapter of your veterinary career.When you join Keller Animal Clinic, you become part of a larger network dedicated to ensuring every teammate can do their best work. We believe in providing robust support for professional growth and education. Regardless of where you are in your career journey—whether you are looking to become a credentialed technician or pursue leadership—we have programs in place to help you achieve your goals. Our culture prioritizes collaboration, ensuring that all our medical professionals feel supported and empowered to succeed every day. We offer a full spectrum of small animal medicine focused on extending the quality and longevity of life for our patients. Our facility provides essential services including Wellness and Prevention, advanced Testing and Diagnostics, comprehensive Surgical Procedures, and critical Urgent Care. As a teammate here, you will be part of a team committed to practicing high standards of veterinary care, partnering with pet owners throughout the Keller community to ensure optimal patient outcomes in complex cases and routine procedures alike. Keller Animal Clinic is located right in the heart of Keller, Texas. We operate on a convenient weekly schedule designed to meet the needs of our local clientele, with hours running Monday through Friday and Saturday mornings. By joining us in Keller, you become a deeply integrated part of a loyal residential community known for valuing quality local businesses and healthcare. You will find that the community we serve offers a highly rewarding atmosphere for veterinary professionals looking to build long-term relationships with clients and pets. Job Description Your Impact as a Lead Credentialed Veterinary Technician The Lead Credentialed Veterinary Technician provides skilled medical care under the direction of a veterinarian while supporting hospital operations through oversight of the technical team. This role serves as a vital point of contact for our medical support staff, helping to ensure high-quality patient care, efficient workflows, and the consistent application of medical protocols. As a Lead Credentialed Veterinary Technician, you will provide mentorship, guidance, and technical leadership to your teammates while fostering a collaborative and supportive hospital culture. Note: The Credentialed Veterinary Technician title is used in various states based on state-specific licensing and credentialing requirements. Responsibilities may vary depending on the hospital and/or state and will be outlined by the state’s Veterinary Practice Act and/or the responsible veterinarian, where applicable. Your Impact Will Include: Technical Leadership: Deliver high-quality patient care under DVM supervision, utilizing advanced technical skills across nursing, anesthesia, surgery, radiology, and dentistry. Team Mentorship: Act as a shift leader and mentor, providing real-time coaching, technical development, and onboarding support to veterinary technicians and assistants. Operational Partnership: Collaborate with hospital leadership to coordinate workflows, assign tasks, and implement protocols that improve hospital efficiency and patient outcomes. Client Education: Serve as a trusted point of contact for pet owners, clearly communicating treatment plans, reviewing medical records, and empowering clients to make informed healthcare decisions. Inventory & Equipment Care: Oversee the inventory of medical supplies and pharmacy items while ensuring that hospital equipment is properly maintained and documented. Medical Documentation: Maintain clear, accurate, and timely documentation in patient records using appropriate medical terminology and formatting standards. What You'll Bring to the Team Graduate of an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technician program. Current Credentialed Veterinary Technician license in good standing in the applicable state. A minimum of three years of experience as a licensed technician, with demonstrated leadership or mentorship experience preferred. Proficiency in advanced technical skills including anesthesia monitoring, surgical assisting, and radiology. Excellent communication skills and the ability to maintain composure in a fast-paced medical environment. Physical Requirements: Ability to stand, walk, stoop, and kneel for extended periods. Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds independently. Routine exposure to animals that may bite or scratch, as well as occasional exposure to anesthesia, radiation, and biological hazards. Adequate vision and manual dexterity are required to operate medical equipment and computer systems. Responsibilities and Benefits How You're Supported As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the stability of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you, so you can focus on what you love. Note: Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support you at every stage. Eligibility for specific benefits varies based on your role and hours worked. Competitive Compensation A competitive hourly rate or salary based on your experience and lead technician role. We offer comprehensive coverage options including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, along with access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Plan for your future with our 401k retirement options and additional financial protection benefits like Life Insurance and Disability coverage. Commitment to Growth We support your career goals with leadership training, mentorship opportunities, and professional development assistance. The Power of a Network Join a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals who share a passion for collaboration and medical excellence. Enjoy discounted veterinary care for your own pets, access to an online discount platform, and free 24/7 access to doctors through Teladoc. About Mission Pet Health Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 900+ hospital teams on a hyper-local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at missionpethealth.com . Driving the award-winning culture are the WAG values – Work Together, Amaze, and Grow . Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led, people-focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine. We are proud to be recognized as a 2025 "Most Loved Workplace," ranked #2 in America's Top 100 and #1 in veterinary care. Reasonable Accommodations: Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation. Please contact View email address on click.appcast.io with your request and contact information. 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