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   Offices: Creve Coeur, Missouri, United States (Fox Creek Veterinary Hospital at Creve Coeur);