Lead Veterinary Technician

Lead Veterinary TechnicianJoin the EASEL Animal Rescue League Team!

Are you an experienced veterinary technician who believes great medicine and compassion go hand in hand?

EASEL Animal Rescue League is looking for a Lead Veterinary Technician to join our team! This is an opportunity to put your experience, leadership skills, and passion for animals to work in a role where what you do truly matters.

At EASEL, we’re dedicated to giving homeless and abandoned animals the care, support, and second chances they deserve. Our medical team plays a vital role in helping animals heal, thrive, and ultimately find safe, loving homes.

Our Mission

To reduce the number of unwanted animals euthanized in Mercer County through collaborative coalitions and community alliances.

Our Vision

Our vision is a community where the human-animal bond is strong and an environment of respect for living creatures guarantees animals a healthy indoor home or safe habitat.

You Might Be Our Match If…

You are a CVT, LVT, or RVT with:

• At least 5 years of veterinary technician experience
• 2+ years in a leadership or senior technician role
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• A calm, dependable approach—even on challenging days
• A genuine interest in mentoring others and building a strong team
• A passion for improving workflows and providing exceptional patient care
• A belief that every shelter animal deserves excellent, compassionate medicine

Experience in shelter medicine or high-volume veterinary care is strongly preferred.

What You’ll Do

As our Lead Veterinary Technician, you’ll help oversee the day-to-day operations of the shelter’s medical department while working closely with shelter leadership.

You’ll:

• Lead, mentor, and support veterinary staff and volunteers
• Help coordinate daily medical workflows, treatments, and priorities
• Provide hands-on medical care, treatments, vaccines, and health assessments
• Maintain accurate medical records and help ensure consistent medical protocols
• Keep the medical area organized, stocked, and running efficiently
• Foster a positive, respectful, and collaborative team culture
• Identify opportunities to improve patient care, medical practices, and shelter operations

Bonus Points For…

Experience with:

• Shelter Manager
• Medical protocol development
• Staff training and mentorship
• Fear Free® or Low Stress Handling

What We Offer

• Meaningful work that directly impacts the lives of homeless animals
• A collaborative, compassionate, mission-driven team
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities
• Competitive salary based on experience
• An opportunity to grow as a leader while making a tangible difference in your community

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re looking for a leadership role where your veterinary skills can make a real difference—and where every day brings an opportunity to help an animal heal, feel safe, and find their second chance—we’d love to hear from you.

Come join EASEL Animal Rescue League and help us give every animal the care, compassion, and chance they deserve.

Apply today and become part of a team working to create a better future for animals in our community!

Pay: From $23.00 per hour

Work Location: In person