Lead Veterinary Technician
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
Website:
Recommended Jobs
Feeder Operator
We produce everything from the paper cup that may have held your coffee this morning, to the carton that contained your frozen meal last night, to the basket that held your beer or soda bottles last w…
Director of Cyber Security (HYBRID) Bolingbrook - IL
Job Description Job Description JOIN US AND "CREATE YOUR VISION" ABOUT US S&S Activewear is a leading North American, tech enabled specialty distributor of imprintable apparel, including t …
Wealth Management
Job Description Job Description Financial Advisor - Northwestern Mutual Skokie, IL Job description In the Financial Representative role with Northwestern Mutual- you will work to de…
PART TIME MAINTENANCE/CUSTODIAN
Job Description Job Description Job Posting: Maintenance Staff (Part Time) 6am-1pm 1pm-6pm Job Description: We are seeking a skilled and motivated Maintenance Staff member to join our team…
Plumbing Salesperson
Job Description Job Description Description: About The Plumbing Department Inc: Well established, locally owned and operated company is looking for an experienced plumber to join our ever-gro…
Restaurant Facilities Manager
We are looking for an experienced Facilities Manager to oversee all building-related activities in order to create comfortable, attractive and safe environments for our employees and guests. The Fac…
QC Technician | Food Safety
QC Technician | Food Safety, Product Inspection & Quality Assurance (Ensure products meet quality, food safety, and regulatory standards through inspections, testing, documentation, and process monito…
Senior Client Associate
At Gallagher Benefit Services, you’re a trusted partner to organizations navigating some of their most important people decisions. We help clients build better workplaces, where people feel supp…
Customer Service Representative - State Farm Agent Team Member
Job Description Job Description Benefits: ~ License reimbursement ~ Bonus based on performance ~ Competitive salary ~ Flexible schedule ~ Health insurance ~ Opportunity for advancemen…
Associate Manager, Retail Analytics
Job Description Job Description COMPANY OVERVIEW Cresco Labs is one of the largest public, vertically integrated, multistate operators in the cannabis industry. Our portfolio of in-house cultiva…