Lead Veterinary Technician

Company Description

Are you looking for a meaningful veterinary career where you can make a real difference- not just for pets and their families, but also in a workplace that truly supports you?

Priority Pet Urgent Care is excited to be welcoming the community to our brand new, state-of-the-art hospital in Affton! We will open Thursday through Tuesday, from 4:00 pm to 12:00 midnight to provide accessible urgent care for pets when they need it most.

Our mission is simple: to provide high-quality, easy-to-access veterinary care with a promise that exceptional pet care is our highest priority. But we also believe that the best care starts with a healthy, positive work environment! That’s why we’re building a team that values:

• Collaboration over competition
• Support over stress
• Well‑being alongside excellence

We’re looking for individuals who are not only passionate about veterinary medicine but are also committed to nurturing a positive, respectful, and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.

Check out more about Priority Pet Urgent Care and our mission by clicking here!

Job Description

This is a working supervisory position responsible for the leadership of the ER technician and assistant medical team under the mentorship of the Practice Manager. While previous leadership experience is not required, it is preferred.

This person will be responsible for:

• Directing on‑job training to develop employee skills
• Advising employees of performance requirements and their progress in meeting those requirements
• Discussing corrective measures to improve performance and prepare appraisals
• Providing direction for efficient work flow
• Assisting with onboarding newly hired staff members
• Assisting with creating staff schedules and adjusting coverage where needed

The other portion of this job includes working on the floor with the team completing veterinary technician duties, which includes (but is not limited to): animal restraint, triage of incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management.

Qualifications

We’re Looking For:

• A Registered Veterinary Technician with 3+ years veterinary experience preferred, non‑licensed individuals with 5+ years experience and previous leadership experience will be considered.
• Previous urgent care or ER experience is preferred but not required.
• Strong leadership, communication, and motivational skills.
• A team player that works well with all team members to ensure that their actions support the hospital, the doctors, and the practice philosophy.
• Has the ability to direct, guide, and assist a group of individuals, as well as a desire to teach others to create a well‑rounded team.
• Comprehensive knowledge of veterinary procedures and hospital operations.
• Knowledge of spelling and meaning of commonly used veterinary terminology (e.g., terms of anatomy, physiology, diseases, tests, etc.) to accurately enter specific information into patient records.
• Expertise in safe and low‑stress animal restraint techniques.
• Proficiency in various sample collection methods, including blood, urine, fecal, and skin specimens.
• Experience in radiographic positioning and image capture.
• Experience in anesthesia administration and surgical monitoring.
• A self‑starter with the desire to continue to advance one’s knowledge and skillset.
• Ability to show unbiased judgment when managing people and make fair and just recommendations regarding personnel issues and/or disciplinary action.
• Ability to receive constructive feedback in a professional manner to maintain hospital efficiency.
• Exceptional customer service skills and ability to communicate precisely.
• A high work ethic and positive attitude team member.
• Highly organized and possess computer skills.
• 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…