Lead Certified Veterinary Technician
Cummings Veterinary Hospital
- Easton, PA
- Permanent
- Full-time
We’re seeking a Lead Certified Veterinary Technician with prior experience in a veterinary hospital setting. A strong work ethic, positive attitude, and dedication to patient care are essential.Required Skills:Patient restraintMedical terminologyVaccine protocol knowledgeVenipunctureIV catheter placementFamiliarity with preventivesRadiographic positioning * Running diagnosticsPatient history collectionAnesthetic monitoring and surgery experience * Leadership experienceOur culture sets us apart; we prioritize client/patient care. Don't believe us? Check out our Google reviews! Our staff excels in the care we provide to our clients. We take pride in our long-standing team members, many of whom have been with us for over a decade. We foster a supportive and collaborative work environment, prioritizing work-life balance. We’re currently seeking a passionate Lead Certified Veterinary Technician to join our team and help us deliver top-notch care to our patients and their families. If you’re dedicated and eager to grow with us, we’d love to hear from you!Come join our team!Benefits for Full-Time:PTO - 56Full-time team members will be awarded additional PTO based on their years of service.Holiday Pay 48 hours to apply towards 6 recognized holidays (New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day)*The holiday PTO hours can be used at the team member’s discretion to cover the actual holiday as observed by the hospital or other absences with approval from their Manager.Annual review with wage evaluation/potential for raisesDream Fund - Potential annual bonus awarded.Medical, Vision and Dental plans availableFSA and HSA options availableMaternity Leave401K starting on day 1. The company offers up to a 4% matchAccess to Healthy Minds @Work App - to promote mental health and reduce burnout and reduce stressHealth Advocate - Employee Assistance Program
- Includes five face-to-face visits with a counselor per issue per rolling 12 months, without any cost to you
- 24 hour access
- Get help with depression, anxiety, family issues, substance abuse and more
- Learn strategies such as mindfulness to manage stress, anger and improve focus
- Locate childcare, eldercare, summer camps, special needs services and relocation support Easy access to legal/financial experts and information
- Work through relationship problems, divorce, grief and other life transitions
- Build coping skills to manage life’s challenges and gain control of your life
- Explore webinars, courses and articles on a variety of well-being topics
- Visit the Personalized Legal Center, Financial Fitness Center and Mindfulness page
- ALL AT NO COST TO YOU!!!
- Life Insurance AD&D
- Short Term Disability Insurance
- Long Term Disability Insurance
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Accidental Insurance
- Reward your co-workers with points that are redeemable for gift cards.
- Maintain clear, accurate, and timely documentation in patient records using appropriate terminology and formatting standards.
- Review and discuss medical records, estimates, and discharge instructions with clients; respond to basic care questions and escalate complex medical concerns to the veterinarian.
- Act as a shift leader, coordinating workflow, assigning tasks, and ensuring optimal staff coverage during hospital hours.
- Mentor and support veterinary technicians and assistants by providing real-time coaching, onboarding support, and technical development.
- Provide input on performance evaluations and help identify opportunities for team training and growth.
- Support hospital leadership by communicating changes, implementing protocols, and modeling hospital values and standards.
- Assist with client-facing responsibilities, including appointment scheduling, payment processing, check-ins, and courteous phone communication.
- Identify gaps or inefficiencies in workflows and partner with the hospital manager to recommend and implement improvements.
- Maintain and troubleshoot equipment as needed; ensure routine maintenance is performed and documented.
- Oversee inventory of medical supplies and pharmacy items; communicate reorder needs and track usage.
- Participate in training programs, working interviews, and cross-training efforts to maintain a highly capable team.
- Support hospital cleanliness and safety by performing or delegating cleaning duties and identifying maintenance needs.
- Perform other related duties as assigned within the nature and level of work.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Graduate of an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technician program.
- Current veterinary technician license in good standing in applicable state.
- Minimum of three years of experience as a licensed veterinary technician required, with demonstrated leadership or mentorship responsibilities preferred.
- Advanced technical proficiency in veterinary nursing, anesthesia monitoring, dentistry, radiology, lab work, and client communication.
- Strong ability to lead by example, motivate others, and maintain composure in high-pressure situations.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Comfort and confidence in handling animals of all sizes and temperaments.
- Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb.
- Ability to lift, carry, and move up to 50 pounds independently, and over 50 pounds with assistance.
- Capacity to sit, stand, and walk on hard surfaces for extended periods.
- Ability to work in noisy environments with sounds from animals and medical equipment.
- Routine exposure to animals that may bite or scratch.
- Occasional exposure to anesthesia, radiation, biological hazards, and medications/controlled substances.
- Adequate hearing to understand verbal instructions and client communication.
- Vision capabilities include close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
- Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity to operate medical equipment and computer systems.
Mission Pet Health (MPH) is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.