Lead Surgery Veterinary Technician
Our surgical team at Sugar Land Veterinary Specialists (SLVS) is rapidly growing, and we are seeking an experienced, motivated, and collaborative Lead Surgery Veterinary Technician to help guide our team while delivering exceptional patient care.
This is an opportunity to work alongside board-certified surgeons, perform advanced anesthesia and surgical nursing, and serve as a leader and mentor for a highly skilled team of technicians.
Why Join Our Team?
As our Lead Surgery Veterinary Technician, you will:
- Work with brilliant and caring board-certified surgeons
- Help lead and support a team of talented surgical and anesthesia technicians
- Foster a positive, engaged, and collaborative team culture
- Serve as a mentor and trainer for junior technicians
- Assist with workflow coordination and daily case management
- Champion high standards of patient care and medical excellence
- Support team development through coaching, education, and accountability
Clinical Responsibilities
- Provide advanced anesthesia monitoring and management for routine and complex surgical procedures
- Place arterial and central lines, urinary catheters, and NG tubes
- Administer local and regional anesthesia techniques
- Perform critical care anesthesia, including mechanical ventilation and TIVA
- Prepare patients for surgery and assist throughout procedures
- Act as a surgical assistant during specialty surgical procedures
- Maintain surgical instrumentation and equipment standards
- Perform bandage application and changes
- Provide client education during consultations and patient discharges
- Partner with surgeons to ensure efficient case flow and patient care
Leadership Responsibilities
- Lead by example and promote a positive, team-oriented culture
- Train, mentor, and support new and developing technicians
- Assist in onboarding and competency development of team members
- Help manage daily technician assignments and workflow
- Serve as a resource for troubleshooting anesthesia and surgical nursing cases
- Promote accountability, professional growth, and continuous learning
- Collaborate with hospital leadership to improve department efficiency and patient care standards
- Support implementation and maintenance of hospital protocols and best practices
Do You Love Being a Surgical Assistant on Cases Such As?
- Orthopedics and arthroscopy
- Routine and complex soft tissue procedures
- Interventional radiology
- Oncologic surgery
Who We're Looking For
We are seeking an LVT, VTS, or an LVT actively pursuing a VTS in Anesthesia & Analgesia.
The ideal candidate combines advanced clinical skills with strong leadership abilities and a passion for developing others. We value technicians who are independent, patient-focused, emotionally intelligent, and committed to fostering a culture of teamwork, mentorship, accountability, and positivity.
Veterinary Technicians are the backbone of our surgical team. At Sugar Land Veterinary Specialists, we provide an independent and rewarding work environment where technicians are empowered to make an impact on both patient care and team success. Our Core Values keep us focused on what matters most: exceptional care for pets and their people.
Requirements
- Licensed Veterinary Technician preferred
- Minimum of 4 years of specialty surgery and anesthesia experience
- Advanced knowledge of specialty surgical procedures and instrumentation
- Ability to independently manage anesthesia cases up to ASA Level V
- Strong surgical assisting experience
- Previous experience mentoring, training, or leading veterinary support staff preferred
- Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated ability to promote teamwork and accountability within a department
- VTS credential or active pursuit of VTS strongly preferred
Pay Range
$30-$42/hour DOE
Additional compensation may be considered for candidates with significant leadership experience and/or VTS credentials.
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee discount at all Lakefield-owned hospitals
- Yearly uniform allowance
- Generous annual continuing education allowance
- Professional development assistance
- Flexible scheduling opportunities
- Paid time off and 5 paid holidays
- Referral program
- Potential sign-on bonus (eligible after 90 days)
Schedule
- Four 10-hour shifts
- Three 12-hour shifts may be available
- Day shift
- Monday through Thursday
- Rotating weekends
- On-call responsibilities with call-in fee
License/Certification
- Veterinary Technician License preferred
- Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS) preferred but not required
For more information about our hospital, please visit slvetspecialists.com.
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