Lead Veterinary Technician - Silverlake Animal Hospital

Lead Veterinary Technician - Silverlake Animal Hospital

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When you join Silverlake Animal Hospital, you are partnering with a team dedicated to providing comprehensive care to the Pearland community since 2010. We pride ourselves on the medical excellence that comes with being an American Animal Hospital Association accredited facility, a distinction held by only 15% of hospitals nationwide, confirming our commitment to meeting stringent standards in surgery, patient care, and diagnostics.

Our community highly values this dedication, reflected in our outstanding 4.8‑star Google rating. If you are looking for an environment where you can put your passion for quality veterinary medicine first, this is your opportunity to do your best work. Becoming an AAHA‑accredited hospital requires continuous dedication from every person on the floor, meaning you will be supported by teammates who are just as committed to excellence as you are.

We believe in providing robust support for you to succeed. As part of our network you will have access to internal specialty consultations and resources designed to help you achieve your professional goals, whether that means becoming a credentialed technician, moving into a leadership role, or expanding your clinical skills. We empower our teammates to learn and grow their careers right here in Pearland.

The quality of medicine at Silverlake Animal Hospital is centered on ensuring pets receive the complete care they need at every life stage. We deliver comprehensive veterinary services including Wellness and Prevention, Advanced Care, Testing and Diagnostics, and Surgical Procedures. Because we treat pets like our own, we are equipped to handle complex cases and provide necessary Emergency Care, ensuring that our medical capabilities match the high AAHA standards we maintain in areas like anesthesiology and diagnostic imaging.

This means you will have the tools and scope of practice to truly practice high‑level veterinary medicine. Located just south of Houston, Pearland, Texas, offers the perfect blend of suburban comfort and big‑city accessibility. As one of the fastest‑growing communities in the state, Pearland offers excellent parks, diverse dining options, and highly‑rated schools, making it an ideal place to establish roots.

When you are ready for a weekend excursion, you have easy access to the excitement and culture of downtown Houston, while enjoying a more relaxed daily life right here in the community where you serve your patients.

As a Lead Veterinary Assistant, you are a pivotal leader on the medical support team, ensuring the highest standards of patient care and hospital operations. You will serve as the primary point of contact for medical support staff, guiding workflows, modeling our values, and fostering a collaborative and supportive culture. You are the bridge between hospital leadership and the team, helping to implement protocols and mentor the next generation of veterinary professionals.

• Leading the Shift: You will act as a shift leader, coordinating workflow, assigning tasks, and ensuring optimal staff coverage to keep the hospital running smoothly.
• Mentoring the Team:
  You'll mentor and support veterinary technicians and assistants, providing guidance, onboarding support, and opportunities for development.
• Driving Improvements:
  You will identify gaps or inefficiencies in workflows and partner with the hospital manager to recommend and implement solutions.
• Supporting Patient Care:
  You'll support veterinarians in providing patient care, maintaining accurate medical records, and upholding infection control standards.
• Enhancing Client
  
  Experience:
  
  You will provide exceptional client support, from scheduling and check‑ins to explaining discharge instructions and estimates.
• Maintaining Standards:
  You will ensure the hospital remains clean, organized, and safe, upholding all protocols and equipment maintenance standards.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong…