Are you an experienced Veterinary Technician ready to step into a leadership role? Do you enjoy mentoring others while continuing to practice high-quality medicine?
Halifax Veterinary Center is seeking a skilled
Lead Veterinary Technician to join our growing, team-oriented hospital. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact-both on patient care and team development-within a supportive and collaborative environment.
Our hospital is proudly led by our
new Medical Director, Dr. Gabriel Abreu, and we are continuing to grow! With two new doctors joining our team this summer, we are expanding and looking for additional team members who are passionate about veterinary medicine and thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
About the Role As our
Lead Veterinary Technician, you will play a key role in guiding and supporting our technical team while remaining hands-on in patient care.
- Delegate tasks to support efficient workflow and exceptional patient care
- Monitor daily hospital operations and uphold safety protocols
- Train, mentor, and support Veterinary Technicians and Assistants
- Foster a positive, collaborative, and growth-oriented team culture
- Work alongside the team to manage surgical and exam caseloads
- Lead by example while supporting high-quality medicine every day
Schedule This is a
full-time position with a
5/8 schedule:
- Monday-Friday: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Future: Rotating Saturdays (with a weekday off)
Full-time benefits and compensation**: - Compensation: $21-25 per hour, for each hour worked*
- Bonus package: $500-$2,000 based on experience and licensure
- CE allowance: Up to $1,000 annually based on licensure
- Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance and disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401k options
- Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
- Personal pet discount
Minimum Qualifications - 10+ years of hands-on veterinary technician experience in a clinical setting
- Active Florida Veterinary Technician certification preferred
- Passion for mentoring, coaching, and developing team members
- Highly organized with excellent multitasking and time management abilities
- Dedicated to high-quality medicine and patient care
- Anesthesia induction and monitoring
- Dental prophylaxis and dental radiographs
- IV catheter placement and IV/IM injections
- Cystocentesis
- Microscopic evaluation
Why Halifax Veterinary Center?We're a well-established, full-service companion animal hospital dedicated to compassionate, high-quality care. Our team is supported by advanced technology-including digital X-ray, dental radiographs, ultrasound, laser therapy, and an IDEXX in-house lab-and a positive, collaborative culture that prioritizes growth and teamwork. If you're looking for a leadership opportunity where you can make an impact and grow with a supportive, forward-moving team, Halifax is the place for you!
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*To determine specific pay Company will consider the following factors: the applicant's education, training, or experience related to the job position, geographic location where the work is performed, and other relevant factors. **During the process, you may request more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location where the work is performed. Where required under applicable law, WVP provides eligible employees with leave, and similar benefits programs, all in accordance with state and local law. WVP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local laws. WVP will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. Qualified Applicants with disabilities are entitled to reasonable accommodations under applicable state and local law, and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please contact People Operations, if you need assistance completing the application process.