Lead Veterinary Technician

Simsbury Veterinary Hospital is Hiring a Lead Veterinary Technician!

About Vetcor

• We believe leadership is a journey, and we’re committed to supporting yours.
• Join Our Team!
• Great leadership isn’t about a title.
• It’s about building relationships, bringing people together, creating positive change, and leading by example.
• If you’re ready to combine your clinical expertise with your passion for people, operations, and leadership, we’d love to connect.
• Apply today and join the team at Simsbury Veterinary Hospital!
• Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values of Simsbury Veterinary 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.

Responsibilities

• Lead Veterinary Technician Status: Full-time Salary: Negotiable and based on experience Schedule: Monday - Friday.
• Weekends OFF!

Experienced Veterinary Technician with natural leadership abilities

• Real influence on workflows, team development, and positive change
• A Lead Veterinary Technician Does Lead, coach, and mentor the technician team, helping each person grow and succeed
• Improve hospital workflows and efficiency while keeping patient care exceptional

Balance high-quality medicine with strong business operations

• Spot opportunities for improvement and guide the team through change with a positive approach
• Build trust and bring a calm, steady presence to a busy hospital
• Roll up your sleeves and work alongside the team to support clients and patients whenever needed
• Take part in hospital initiatives and help bring new ideas to life
• Model the teamwork, communication, and care you want to see across the hospital
• What a Successful Lead Veterinary Technician Candidate Will Bring Experience as a veterinary technician (required) Veterinary technician licensure, welcomed but not required
• Operational experience, with an understanding of hospital workflows and efficiency A change management mindset and the ability to positively influence others through transitions People-first leadership, with strong interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence A real passion for coaching, mentoring, and helping others succeed A calm, solutions-focused approach to challenges A hands-on attitude and a willingness to jump in alongside the team
• Interest in growing beyond the Lead Veterinary Technician role into broader operational leadership

Benefits

• Highlights Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee pet discounts
• Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state veterinary technician license reimbursement, VTNE exam fee reimbursement, professional development opportunities, and uniform allowance
• Six paid holidays, an Employee Assistance Program, and an employee discount program
• Are you an experienced veterinary technician who loves developing people, improving processes, and making a real impact?
• Here’s a leadership opportunity with room to grow.
• Simsbury Veterinary Hospital is looking for a Lead Veterinary Technician with a strong operational mindset, natural leadership skills, and a passion for coaching and mentoring others.
• This is more than a traditional lead tech role.
• You’ll help shape the hospital’s future while building the skills to grow into broader operational leadership.
• Why Our Lead Veterinary Technicians Love It Here A clear path toward broader operational leadership, with mentorship, guidance, and support along the way
• Opportunities to expand your operational knowledge and strengthen your leadership skills A chance to take part in hospital initiatives and help shape the hospital’s future A role where your clinical expertise and your passion for people work together A culture that values leadership by example, not by title
• 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 (full-time only) 529 Savings Plan Tuition Support Program Referral bonus program
• Benefits Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only) Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only) Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service).
• In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off Free or discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program
• Workplace Benefits Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program State veterinary technician license reimbursement VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance Lifestyle Benefits Six paid holidays (full-time only) Employee Assistance Program Employee discount program