Lead Veterinary Technician

Looking for the next step in your veterinary career? We are seeking an experienced veterinary technician to join our team as a lead! About Us Franklin Lakes Animal Hospital has been a pillar of the community for 30 years. As a busy 9-doctor practice, we see dogs, cats, exotics, and wildlife. We boast a tenured staff, with many team members having been with us for 20+ years. About You As Lead Technician, you would function with a great deal of autonomy and responsibility, so there are a few things that are a must: The more you know – No body knows it all, but your patient care knowledge and skills should be solid. You should be willing, enthusiastic even, to learn and try new things and to share what you do know with othersBe Kind – Treat your team, your patients and your clients with the respect, compassion and consideration you would like to be shown if you were in their shoes…or pawsNo I in TEAM – Cheesy but true, the ability to work both independently and with a team, while maintaining a positive attitude, is critical. Being willing to help where you are needed keeps the team going and the care flowingNever work a day in your life – What’s that saying? If you do something you love, you’ll never work a day in your life! Be passionate, have fun, LOVE what you do! About the Job Partner closely with the Practice Manager and Lead Doctor to ensure delivery of excellent patient and client care. The Lead Technician supervises the entire technician team, as well as handling all technician team member training. As this is a leadership role, ability to work varying or flexible hours, including some weekends, is required. Essential Job Functions Ability to prioritize in a busy general practice settingAbility to lead the team in a respectful, collaborative manner to achieve common goalsAbility to communicate effectively with teammates, clinicians, management, and clients Required Technical Skills Administer injections and oral medicationsTake radiographs and perform EKGsDemonstrated familiarity with common emergencies, medications, and treatmentsLaboratory skills, including in-house diagnosticsVenipuncture and IV catheter placementProficiency in anesthetic monitoring Required Experience 5+ years as a veterinary technician2+ years as a supervisor or lead veterinary technician Preferred Experience Registered RVTProof of ongoing continuing education in veterinary technician skills and/or leadership Benefits Competitive compensationHealth, dental, vision & mental health supportPTO, paid parental leave & holidays401(k) with employer matchAnnual scrub allowance + free RACE-approved CEEmployee pet care & pet insurance discountsCareer growth opportunities