Senior / Lead Veterinary Technician

Animal Medical & Surgical Hospital of Frisco | Frisco, TX

Position Summary

Animal Medical & Surgical Hospital of Frisco is seeking an experienced and compassionate Senior / Lead Veterinary Technician to provide exceptional patient care while serving as a clinical leader within the hospital.

In addition to performing all duties of a Veterinary Technician, this role partners with veterinarians and hospital leadership to support medical compliance, develop technical skills within the technician and assistant teams, oversee inventory management, and help maintain high standards of patient care and surgical excellence.

LVT/CVT/RVT preferred.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Care

• Assist veterinarians with exams, diagnostics, treatments, and surgery.
• Perform catheter placement, laboratory testing, radiology, and medication administration.
• Monitor anesthesia and surgical patients.
• Maintain accurate medical records and patient documentation.
• Provide client education and discharge instructions.

Team Development

• Train, mentor, and support veterinary technicians and assistants.
• Partner with doctors to improve technical skills and clinical knowledge.
• Assist with onboarding and competency development for new team members.

Medical Compliance

• Monitor adherence to hospital medical protocols and patient care standards.
• Support medical record quality and controlled substance compliance.
• Help implement and reinforce best practices for patient care and safety.

Inventory Management

• Monitor inventory levels and maintain optimal stock levels.
• Create and submit supply and medication orders.
• Minimize waste, expired products, and inventory shortages.

Leadership

• Support daily workflow and treatment area efficiency.
• Serve as a positive role model for teamwork, professionalism, and client service.
• Collaborate with doctors and hospital leadership to improve hospital performance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of veterinary technician experience.
• Strong anesthesia monitoring and surgical nursing experience.
• Ability to train and mentor support staff.
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT/CVT/RVT).
• Previous Lead Technician or Senior Technician experience.
• Experience with inventory management and supply ordering.

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• HSA and FSA options
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Pet Care Discount
• Professional Development Opportunities

Animal Medical & Surgical Hospital of Frisco is committed to providing exceptional veterinary care while fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment.

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading North American pet health care company with nearly 1,300 locations spanning general practice veterinary hospitals, Ethos emergency and specialty hospitals, and pet resorts and equine veterinary care. With approximately 40,000 team members, we care for pets and support pet families in communities across the United States and Canada.  Our purpose is to give pets and the people who love them more quality years together, and our mission is to make care more personal, easy and accessible while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. Across NVA, we support our teams with the resources, expertise and opportunities they need to deliver exceptional care and help shape the future of veterinary and pet care.

Purpose: Give pets and the people who love them more quality years together

Mission: Transform the pet family experience to be personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. 

Values: Care Deeply, Do What’s Right, One Team, Own It, Shape What’s Next 

One NVA: Bringing General Practice & Ethos Together

NVA is built to make care personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine across every stage of a pet’s life. 

At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here’s what to expect when interacting with us:

- We’ll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @nva.com

- We may also contact you via text message from an identified NVA representative for recruiting-related communication

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- There is no cost or confidential information required to apply or be considered for a position

If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at hiringhub@nva.com. Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA!

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees.  The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process.  For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.