Lead Surgical Licensed Veterinary Technician
Job Location:
Leesburg, FL - USA
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Job Summary
Description & Requirements
Collaboration is key among our eight doctors and the dedicated medical teammates who support them. While we operate independently we are connected to a network committed to your professional development. If you are looking to advance your skillset we have resources in place to help you achieve goals like becoming a credentialed technician or moving into a leadership role. When you join us you gain access to educational programs and internal consultation resources allowing you and your teammates to do your best work every day and succeed in your chosen path.
Providing full-service care means that you will work within a sophisticated medical environment equipped for advanced procedures. Your medical day is supported by comprehensive services including wellness and prevention testing and diagnostics and robust surgical procedures. Furthermore we are known in the Leesburg community for handling urgent care and emergency needs ensuring you have ample opportunities to utilize critical thinking and advanced medical skills in varied situations.
Towne Animal Clinic is conveniently located at 64 A Plaza St NE in beautiful Leesburg VA. This highly desirable community in Loudoun County offers a balance of historic charm and modern convenience. You will appreciate the predictable schedule that allows for a strong work-life balance as our standard operating hours run from 7:30 AM to 8:00 PM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM on Saturdays with Sundays closed. Joining our team means integrating into a supportive local culture and highly engaged client base.
Licensed Veterinary Technician
Towne Animal Clinic Leesburg VA
64 A Plaza St NE Leesburg VA 20176
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$3500 Sign-On Bonusfor the right candidate
Lead Surgery. Elevate Patient Care. Grow Your Career.
Are you a Licensed Veterinary Technician who thrives in surgery and loves leading a team One of our beloved LVTs is relocating and were looking for a passionate skilled technician to step into a key role in our hospital.
In this position youll spend much of your time in surgery acting as a pivotal role inour surgical departmentensuring smooth workflows exceptional patient care and a positive collaborative team environment.
What Youll Do
- Lead and coordinate daily surgical operations
- Prepare patients for surgery and oversee anesthesia and recovery
- Maintain efficient surgical flow and scheduling
- Mentor and train team members in surgical best practices
- Adapt to different doctors surgical styles and pace
- Prepare estimates and communicate effectively with the team
- Oversee equipment maintenance and surgical suite readiness
- Delegate tasks to ensure seamless team-based care
Who You Are
- Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)
- Passionate about surgery and patient care
- A natural leader who enjoys mentoring and teaching
- Organized adaptable and calm under pressure
- Committed to continuous learning and advancing your skills
About Us
Towne Animal Clinic is a full-service high-tech veterinary hospital dedicated to exceptional patient care and a supportive team-first culture.
- 7 veterinarians (and growing!)
- Strong focus on collaboration mentorship and longevity
- Leadership committed tomental health and work-life balance
- A true sense of communityinside and outside the clinic
Why Youll Love Working Here
- Flexible scheduling:3 4 or 5-day work week rotating Saturdays
- Structured tiered training with clear growth paths
- Supportive people-first culture
- Long-tenured team and strong leadership support (little turn over)
Our Facility & Capabilities
Were equipped with advanced tools to support high-quality medicine:
- Digital radiology & digital dental X-ray
- Ultrasound & echocardiography
- Endoscopy
- In-house IDEXX laboratory
- Fully equipped surgical suites (soft tissue & orthopedic)
- Surgeries performed 5 days/week
Procedures include:
C-sections AI/surgical AI mastectomies TPLO lumpectomies spay/neuter SOOOOOOO many dentals and more
Additional services & equipment:
- Bair Hugger warming systems
- Cold laser therapy
- Chemotherapy services
- Melanoma vaccine
Facility:
- 2 dental tables
- 2 surgical tables
We utilize Cornerstone EMR for efficient paperless workflows.
Hospital Hours
- MondayFriday: 7:30 AM 8:00 PM
- Saturday: 8:00 AM 1:00 PM (rotating)
- Sunday: Closed
Ready to Step Into a Leadership Role in Surgery
If youre passionate about surgical excellence and want to make a real impact on both patients and your team wed love to meet you.
Apply today and grow with us at Towne Animal Clinic.
The Lead Licensed Veterinary Technician (LLVT) provides skilled medical care under the direction of a veterinarian while supporting hospital operations through oversight of the technical team. This role serves as a vital point of contact for our medical support staff helping to ensure high-quality patient care efficient workflows and the consistent application of medical protocols. As an LLVT you will provide mentorship guidance and technical leadership to your teammates while fostering a collaborative and supportive hospital culture.
Note: The Licensed Veterinary Technician title is used in the following states based on state-specific licensing and credentialing requirements: Alaska Georgia Maine Michigan Minnesota Nebraska Nevada New York South Carolina Tennessee Texas Virginia Washington and Kentucky. Responsibilities may vary depending on the hospital and/or state and will be outlined by the states Veterinary Practice Act and/or the responsible veterinarian where applicable.
- Technical Leadership: Deliver high-quality patient care under DVM supervision utilizing advanced technical skills across nursing anesthesia surgery radiology and dentistry.
- Team Mentorship: Act as a shift leader and mentor providing real-time coaching technical development and onboarding support to veterinary technicians and assistants.
- Operational Partnership: Collaborate with hospital leadership to coordinate workflows assign tasks and implement protocols that improve hospital efficiency and patient outcomes.
- Client Education: Serve as a trusted point of contact for pet owners clearly communicating treatment plans reviewing medical records and empowering clients to make informed healthcare decisions.
- Inventory & Equipment Care: Oversee the inventory of medical supplies and pharmacy items while ensuring that hospital equipment is properly maintained and documented.
- Medical Documentation: Maintain clear accurate and timely documentation in patient records using appropriate medical terminology and formatting standards.
- Graduate of an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technician program.
- Current Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) license in good standing in the applicable state.
- A minimum of three years of experience as a licensed technician with demonstrated leadership or mentorship experience preferred.
- Proficiency in advanced technical skills including anesthesia monitoring surgical assisting and radiology.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to maintain composure in a fast-paced medical environment.
Physical Requirements: Ability to stand walk stoop and kneel for extended periods. Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds independently. Routine exposure to animals that may bite or scratch as well as occasional exposure to anesthesia radiation and biological hazards. Adequate vision and manual dexterity are required to operate medical equipment and computer systems.
As part of the Mission Pet Health family you get the stability of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you so you can focus on what you love.
Note: Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support you at every stage. Eligibility for specific benefits varies based on your role and hours worked.
A competitive hourly rate or salary based on your experience and lead technician role.
We offer comprehensive coverage options including Medical Dental and Vision insurance along with access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Plan for your future with our 401k retirement options and additional financial protection benefits like Life Insurance and Disability coverage.
We support your career goals with leadership training mentorship opportunities and professional development assistance.
Join a nationwide community of over 20000 veterinary professionals who share a passion for collaboration and medical excellence.
Enjoy discounted veterinary care for your own pets access to an online discount platform and free 24/7 access to doctors through Teladoc.
Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy collaboration and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 900 hospital teams on a hyper-local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine their patients and their team culture. Learn more at .
Driving the award-winning culture are the WAG values Work Together Amaze and Grow. Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led people-focused and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine. We are proud to be recognized as a 2025 Most Loved Workplace ranked #2 in Americas Top 100 and #1 in veterinary care.
Reasonable Accommodations: Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation. Please contact with your request and contact information.
EEO Statement: Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Required Experience:
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