Lead Veterinary Technician

Packanack Animal Hospital•Wayne, NJ

8d•$28 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

Packanack Animal Hospital has been a trusted cornerstone for local families and their beloved pets since 2002. As a fear-free certified practice, we pride ourselves on compassionate, high‑quality care at every life stage. Our modern facility supports same‑day and next‑day appointments with a 4‑doctor team dedicated to clear communication, stress‑free handling, and genuinely loving the animals we serve. Packanack Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Lead Veterinary Technician to join our team! As a Lead GP Technician in our busy, four‑doctor practice, you'll play a central role in delivering seamless, empathetic care. You’ll support wellness and sick visits, assist with general surgeries and dental procedures, manage in‑house lab diagnostics and radiology, and ensure smooth in‑house pharmacy and inventory operations.

Requirements

4+ years of veterinary technician experience
1-3+ years of Lead-level experience managing shifts and supervising clinical teams
Veterinary Technician License or Certification is strongly preferred
Surgical experience
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
Good time management and efficiency with ability to prioritize
Resourceful problem-solving skills with active recall
Dedication to providing excellent service for every client and patient
Openness to feedback, coaching, and continuous learning
A passion for and commitment to the welfare of animals

Responsibilities

Prepare patients for surgery, monitor anesthesia, and oversee post operative recovery
Perform canine and feline intubation
Place intravenous catheters (accessory, cephalic, medial and lateral saphenous) in canines and felines
Administer intramuscular, subcutaneous, and intravenous injections
Collect blood samples from jugular, cephalic, and saphenous veins
Obtain digital radiographs and submit radiology consults (STAT, routine, and AI)
Capture dental radiographs and perform dental procedures using hand scaling or ultrasonic scalers
Collect urine via expression, cystocentesis, or catheterization
Process in house and send out laboratory samples (IDEXX and Antech)
Assist veterinarians with vaccines, wound care, and minor procedures
Record patient histories and vitals accurately in the medical record
Perform bathing, ear cleaning, nail trims, anal gland expression, and medical grooming
Educate clients on treatment plans, medications, and follow up care
Communicate clearly and compassionately with clients to support patient outcomes and client satisfaction
Supervise, train, and mentor veterinary technicians and assistants
Develop and enforce hospital protocols, SOPs, and safety standards
Coordinate onboarding, performance evaluations, ongoing training, and corrective actions
Create structured training plans with measurable skill progression
Implement checklists to improve efficiency, reduce errors, and enhance team performance
Manage clinical operations including staff scheduling, workflow optimization, and coverage planning
Maintain equipment maintenance schedules
Oversee controlled drug logs and cycle counts
Manage inventory and update the Practice Information Management System
Assist with pricing markups and cost control initiatives
Maintain continuing education through conferences, webinars, Penn Foster coursework, and professional literature

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage
FSA/HSA
Generous paid time off, up to 120 hours of PTO per year
401(k) with a company match
Paid Parental Leave
Scrub Allowance
Elective benefits through MetLife
Employee pet discounts
Discounted pet insurance
We're serious about your growth and development. LVTs are eligible to receive unlimited CE reimbursement, including conferences, advanced skills labs, online subscriptions, and even textbooks. You’ll also get 3 fully paid CE days every year to take full advantage of those opportunities without burning your PTO. Want to attend a conference across the country? We’ll help with travel too, covering up to $1,500 annually in related travel expenses.