Veterinary Technician, Lead
Lead Veterinary Technician
Glen Ellyn Animal Hospital – Glen Ellyn, IL
Are you a skilled veterinary technician ready to step into a leadership role where your voice matters and your impact is visible?
At Glen Ellyn Animal Hospital, we’re looking for a Lead Technician to help guide our team, elevate patient care, and support the continued growth of a collaborative, long-standing hospital. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys mentoring others while still staying hands-on in medicine.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
Established, Supportive Team
Our team is tenured, collaborative, and genuinely enjoys working together. Several team members have been with us for years—creating a strong, stable foundation you can step into and help lead.
Opportunity to Lead & Grow
We’re looking for someone who wants to make an impact—help develop standards of care, support team training, and bring leadership to the technician floor.
Variety in Medicine
We’re a general practice that also sees exotics—especially rabbits—giving you the chance to expand your skillset beyond routine care.
Community-Focused Culture
We stay connected to our community through local rescue partnerships and events like our annual Santa photos fundraiser.
About the Role
This is a hands-on leadership position where you’ll support both patient care and team development.
Key Responsibilities:
- Venipuncture and catheter placement
- Administering vaccines and injectable medications
- Patient restraint and nursing care
- Bandage changes, ear cleanings, anal gland expression
- Supporting and mentoring technicians and assistants
- Helping implement and maintain standards of care
Schedule
- Full-time: Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm
- Rotating weekends (1–2 per month, with weekday hours adjusted)
- Training across AM, PM, and mid shifts for full team support
What We’re Looking For
- Veterinary Technician (CVT preferred) or highly experienced assistant
- Previous leadership or mentorship experience strongly preferred
- Strong technical skills and confidence in patient care
- Team-oriented mindset with a passion for growth and development
Compensation & Benefits
- $25–$28/hour (based on experience)
- CE allowance: $500 per licensing period
- Health insurance benefits
- Free mental health benefit options
- 401(k) with company match
- Competitive PTO plan
If you’re ready to step into a leadership role where you can truly shape a team and make a difference in patient care—we’d love to connect.
Address: 21 S Park Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
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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.
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Values: Care Deeply, Do What’s Right, One Team, Own It, Shape What’s Next
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