Lead Veterinary Technician

Lead Veterinary Technician 3.0 3.0 out of 5 stars 2110 Columbia Avenue, Lancaster, PA 17603 Full-time West Lancaster Animal Hospital 310 reviews Full-time Who we are:: West Lancaster Animal Hospital is Hiring a Lead Veterinary Technician!

Position Details Role:

Lead Veterinary Technician Status:

Full-Time Salary:

Negotiable and based on experience

Schedule:

4-day work weeks with no nights, on-call shifts, or holiday hours

Experience:

Experienced and/or Licensed Veterinary Technician preferred Benefits Highlights Financial Rewards that Grow with

You:

Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses

Wellness & Peace of Mind:

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee discounts

Professional Growth & Recognition:

Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state license & VTNE fee reimbursement, and uniform allowance

Lifestyle Perks You'll Appreciate:

Six paid holidays and an Employee Assistance Program Ready to Put Your Skills to Work? Calling all Veterinary Technicians! Are you feeling underutilized? Maybe a little undervalued? Do you feel like you're losing touch with some of the skills you worked so hard to master? If you want to be recognized for your accomplishments and empowered to put those hard-earned talents to work, West Lancaster Animal Hospital may have the leadership opportunity you've been waiting for. West Lancaster Animal Hospital is looking for an experienced and/or Licensed Veterinary Technician who is ready to step into a Lead Technician role. If you're excited to challenge yourself, support your team, and help others grow while continuing to use your technical skills, this could be a great fit. Already have Lead Tech experience? Even better — we'd love to hear from you. Here, we take work-life balance and personal well-being seriously. With 4-day work weeks, no nights, no on-call shifts, and no holiday hours, our schedule reflects our belief that great patient care starts with a team that feels supported. Why Our Veterinary Technicians Love West Lancaster Animal Hospital 4-day work weeks that support work-life balance No nights, on-call shifts, or holiday hours A clinic culture that celebrates your unique strengths Mentoring and support to help you grow and advance your career Opportunities to lead, coach, and encourage the growth of others A workplace where appreciation is more than a motivational poster on the wall Access to Vetcor's Techlife Facebook group, connecting you with thousands of veterinary technicians company-wide What You'll Do Lead by example while supporting excellent patient care and client service Assist with weekly surgeries and dental procedures Use your technical skills in anesthesia, diagnostics, treatments, and patient care Support team communication, workflow, and organization throughout the hospital Mentor and encourage team members as they continue to grow their skills Communicate with clients clearly, confidently, and compassionately Help create a positive, collaborative, and efficient hospital environment Bring steady leadership, strong organization, and a cool head to busy days What Our Veterinary Technicians Bring Experience as a Veterinary Technician; licensed technician experience preferred Interest in or experience with team leadership Strong technical skills and a passion for high-quality veterinary care Excellent client communication and teamwork skills Ability to stay calm, organized, and supportive in a busy clinical environment Empathy for clients, patients, teammates, and yourself A growth mindset and willingness to support the development of others A positive attitude, sense of humor, and genuine passion for pets and veterinary medicine The Extras You'll Actually Feel Employee benefits that support both body and mind Flexibility with scheduling to support a healthy work-life balance A team that celebrates birthdays, new babies, anniversaries, and other life events A workplace where people genuinely appreciate each other Leadership opportunities that let you make a meaningful impact A culture where teamwork, patient care, and client care all matter Benefits You Can't Beat Financial Benefits A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan Flexible Spending Account 529 Savings Plan Tuition Support Program Referral bonus program Wellness Benefits Health Insurance, including medical, dental, and vision Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance All US-based, benefits-eligible employees with a minimum of one year of service may receive up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child Sick Time / Paid Time Off Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets Pet discounts on services and products Pet food discount program Workplace Benefits Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program Professional development opportunities State license reimbursement VTNE exam fee reimbursement Continuing education allowance Uniform allowance Access to our Vetcor Techlife Facebook group, including thousands of veterinary technicians company-wide Lifestyle Benefits Six paid holidays Employee Assistance Program Employee discount program Join Our Team! Ready for a new challenge? Think you're our missing piece? Apply today — because you miss every chance you don't take. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at West Lancaster Animal Hospital and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That's why we're committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.