Lead Veterinary Technician

Lead Veterinary Technician Salary: $24.00 - $28.00 Fox Creek Veterinary Hospital at Creve Coeur is hiring a full-time Lead Technician to provide skilled care to our patients and exceptional service to our clients. Our ideal candidate has experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, with a passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners. What to Expect as a Lead Technician with Fox Creek - Creve Coeur A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off and a 401(k) plan for full-time employees Professional development opportunities Key Responsibilities: • Oversee daily surgery schedules and surgical case flow • Ensure appropriate staffing and resources are available for all scheduled procedures • Identify required diagnostics prior to surgery and coordinate with the Medical Concierge as needed • Communicate surgical plans, estimates, and expectations directly with clients when appropriate • Explain procedures, costs, recovery timelines, and post-operative requirements to clients • Support client decision-making through clear, confident, and consistent communication • Oversee anesthesia protocols and ensure complia nee with hospital standards • Ensure proper patient monitoring during anesthesia and recovery • Support pain management and patient comfort protocols • Ensure surgical suites are prepared prior to procedures • Oversee cleaning, maintenance, and sterilization of surgical instruments, packs, and equipment • Train technicians on surgical procedures, anesthesia protocols, and perioperative patient care • Provide hands-on coaching and real-time feedback during surgical and anesthesia cases • Support on-boarding and skill development for technicians new to surgery and anesthesia Qualifications: • Advanced knowledge of surgical procedures and anesthesia • Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making abilities • High attention to detail and patient safety • Ability to remain calm and effective in high-pressure situations • Strong collaboration skills with doctors, technicians, and management • Proficiency with Practice Information Management Systems (PIMS}, SmartFlow (or equivalent}, and related clinical software #VETTECH

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