Job Description

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The Lead Veterinary Technician supports and enhances team performance through effective leadership, clear communication, and a commitment to excellent patient care and team development. This role acts as a key liaison between nursing staff and management, ensuring that shifts run smoothly and efficiently.

Compensation:

• Full Time
  • Credentialed Technicians: $29 - $36/hr. based on experience
  • Non-Credentialed Technicians: $24 - $30/hr. based on experience

The final compensation offer will be based on the qualified candidate’s experience and ability to make an impact coming into the role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work alongside the team to maintain service quality and efficiency. Spend each shift working directly with the team, providing hands-on support and ensuring adherence to the highest standards of care and service.
• Guide the utilization of the team to optimize workflow and patient care. Manage team resources effectively to ensure smooth and efficient operations, aligning team skills with the demands of patient care and hospital needs.
• Organize huddles to prioritize tasks and ensure quality patient care. Conduct brief, focused meetings (huddles) to set priorities for the team, ensuring efficient workflow and high-quality care during each shift.
• Provide coaching and continuous guidance to the nursing care team, helping them develop their skills and perform optimally in their roles. Identify performance issues and advise the Nursing Manager on actionable improvement plans to enhance individual and team performance.
• Communicate daily goals and longer-term initiatives to the nursing care team, ensuring alignment with hospital objectives, and regularly monitor and report on individual and team progress, providing updates and feedback to both the team and hospital leadership.
• Foster a learning culture and coordinate training opportunities. Cultivate an environment that encourages continuous learning and professional growth, coordinating with the Nursing Trainer to schedule and prioritize training sessions.
• Address patient care issues in collaboration with the Nursing Manager and Medical Director. Work closely with the Nursing Manager and Medical Director to swiftly resolve any patient care challenges, ensuring all solutions uphold the highest standards of veterinary practice.
• Participate in hospital leadership meetings to contribute to practice alignment, offering insights to represent the nursing team's perspective in hospital-wide strategies. Share feedback with leadership and ensure follow-up actions are taken to address any concerns from the nursing team.
• Uphold the Ethos mission and vision by embodying the organization's core values and culture in all interactions, while promoting inclusivity and equitable treatment within the team, ensuring all members are respected and celebrated for their diversity.
• Resolve interpersonal conflicts in the moment and ensure a cohesive team environment. Keep the Nursing Manager informed of these situations to address further as needed.
• Ensure the nursing team has necessary supplies and tools for success. Regularly check the availability of medical equipment and tools, ensuring the team is well-equipped to perform their duties efficiently.

Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:

• One year of experience working as a nursing team member in a veterinary hospital is required.
• Fluent English skills (speaking & reading) are required for the role; fluency in multiple languages a plus!

Preferred Qualifications:

• Credentialed as a Veterinary Technician (LVT/CVT/RVT)
• Prior experience working as a veterinary nurse in a leadership role

Benefits
We’re committed to supporting our team’s well-being and professional growth with a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance to keep you and your family covered.
• 401(k) with Matching to help you plan for your future.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for additional personal and professional support.
• Continuing Education (CE) :
  • Annual CE hours to advance your skills.
  • CE allowance for training and certifications.
• Uniform Allowance to ensure you’re always prepared.
• Generous paid time off, including:
  • Sick Days
  • Vacation Days
  • Bereavement Leave
• License Reimbursement for required certifications.
• Referral Program to reward you for helping us grow our team.

Why Join RBVH?

• Work alongside a dedicated team of veterinary professionals committed to delivering exceptional patient care.
• Thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where your skills make a direct impact on patients and their families.
• Be part of meaningful moments in the lives of pets and their owners, providing compassionate support and care.
• Expand your knowledge through ongoing training, mentorship, and a culture that values continuous learning and professional growth.
• Receive a competitive compensation and benefits package that recognizes your expertise and commitment.

Discover more about our clinic and the incredible work we do by visiting our website at .

 

Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually. The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary professionals utilize state-of-the-art technology and a scientific, evidence-based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers. Committed to revolutionizing veterinary medicine, Ethos sets the standard in veterinary excellence. Discover more at EthosVet.com.
Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, Ethos provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.
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