Lead Veterinary Technician

Company Description

East Los Angeles Dog and Cat Hospital is a well-established, progressive, and fast paced practice that offers the best, most comprehensive care to our patients. We are a general practice small animal hospital that accepts appointments and walk-ins. Our close-knit staff enjoys a positive work environment with daily camaraderie and strong support for one another!

East Los Angeles, CA, known for its warm climate, is an idea location for families. All within an hour’s drive you can find outdoor activities like beaches, hiking trails and theme parks, making it an excellent location for a variety of interests. East LA boasts a strong sense of community pride with local art, music and family-owned businesses having a big impact on everyday life.

Our hours of operation are:

• Mon - Fri: 8 am - 12 pm | 1 pm - 5 pm
• Saturday & Sunday: Closed

To learn more about us click here!

Job Description

This position supports veterinarians, mentors the technician and assistant team, oversees daily clinical workflow, and ensures patient care, safety, and client communication meets our high standards. The Lead Technician acts as a clinical leader on the floor while modeling professionalism, teamwork, and excellence in patient care.

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

• Serve as a mentor and resource for technicians and assistants.
• Assist with onboarding and training of new clinical staff.
• Promote teamwork, accountability, and a positive work culture.
• Maintain high standards for patient monitoring, comfort, and safety.
• Assign tasks to technicians and assistants based on skill level and case urgency.
• Ensure treatment plans and estimates are properly communicated and documented.
• Oversee radiology, laboratory testing, IV catheter placement, fluid therapy, and medication administration.
• Ensure compliance with radiation safety, anesthesia monitoring, infection control, and controlled substance protocols.
• Promote OSHA principles and proper PPE use.
• Maintain accurate medical records and documentation.
• Assist with difficult or high-stress client interactions as needed.
• Ensure client education and follow-up instructions are accurate and complete.
• Management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability.
• Surgical preparation and assistance including anesthetic management.

Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases.

Whether you’re looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you’ll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development.

Qualifications

We’re Looking For:

• A Registered Veterinary Technician with an active license, 3+ years professional experience.
  • Exceptionally experienced non-licensed applicants will be considered for this role, but RVT status is preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience.
• Strong technical skills, including venipuncture, catheter placement, radiology, anesthesia monitoring, and emergency procedures.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to remain calm, focused, and supportive in high-stress situations.
• Excellent client communication and medical record management skills.
• Comprehensive knowledge of veterinary procedures, preventative care, and hospital operations.
• Experience in radiographic positioning and image capture, with additional skills in dental radiography being a plus.
• Experience in anesthesia administration and surgical monitoring.
• Commitment to professional ethics and continuous learning.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with exposure to animal-related hazards.

The ideal candidate will possess a combination of technical expertise and unwavering commitment to animal welfare in a dynamic veterinary setting.

Additional Information

Pay Range: $20 - $25/hr+ depending on level of experience and license status.

We offer our staff:

• Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
• Paid Bereavement Program
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• Competitive Compensation
• Continuing Education Allowance (applicable to licensed employees)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology Program
• Career Development Opportunities
• Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
• Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses, etc.)

*Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.

*Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.

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