Description
We are seeking an experienced, highly organized FT Lead Veterinary Technician to oversee medical operations on a mobile feline spay/neuter clinic. This role requires strong technical skills, excellent surgical support capabilities, and the ability to lead a small team in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
The Lead Technician plays a critical role in ensuring efficient workflow, maintaining high standards of patient care, and supporting the veterinarian in performing high-quality, high-volume spay/neuter surgery.
This is an ideal role for a technician who thrives in a structured but dynamic environment, enjoys process optimization, and is committed to improving access to veterinary care.
Clinical & Surgical Duties
- Induce, monitor, and recover feline patients for spay/neuter surgeries
- Place endotracheal tubes
- Accurately calculate and prepare anesthetic drugs based off SOPs
- Monitor anesthesia and respond and communicate changes
- Maintain accurate and compliant controlled drug logs
- Provide surgical assistance including instrument handling and sterile technique
- Ensure smooth patient flow through intake, surgery, and recovery
- Identify and appropriately escalate medical concerns
- Use low stress handling techniques where appropriate
Operational Leadership
- Lead daily medical workflow on the mobile unit
- Coordinate task assignments among technicians and assistants
- Troubleshoot equipment and workflow challenges in real time
- Maintain inventory and ensure adequate supply levels
- Ensure compliance with medical protocols, safety standards, and DEA requirements
- Assist in training and mentoring support staff
- Maintain a calm, professional environment during high-volume clinic days
Quality & Compliance
- Follow established SOPs consistently
- Maintain accurate medical records
- Ensure proper drug handling and documentation
- Support continuous improvement of protocols and workflow efficiency
- Assist with quality assurance initiatives
Supervisory Responsibilities
- Set the standard for professionalism, patient care, and client service
- Cultivate an engaging work environment and maintain a strong, positive team culture
- Assist with the interview process for new hires and support onboarding of new team members
- Mentor and support technicians in the development of their clinical skills by providing hands-on learning opportunities and assisting in their ongoing educational development and training.
- Resolve conflicts professionally and respectfully
- Collaborate with hospital management and supervisory teams to refine and implement clinic protocols and workflow improvements that support efficient operations and program growth.
Essential Clinical Skills
- Strong understanding of Anesthetic protocols
- Accurately calculate medication dosages and fluid boluses
- Perform anesthetic induction to include Feline endotracheal intubation
- IV catheter placement and anesthetic emergency management
- Support high-volume, high-quality (HQHV) spay/neuter procedures
- Maintain strict adherence to controlled substance protocols
- Monitor anesthesia and guide anesthesia workflow
- Provide thorough post-anesthetic patient care and recovery monitoring
- Utilize feline fear-free handling techniques whenever possible
Who You Are
- Highly organized with excellent multitasking and prioritization skills
- A clear communicator and natural leader
- Comfortable thriving in a fast-paced clinical environment
- Proactive, solution-oriented, and collaborative
- Compassionate and deeply committed to patient care
- Able to remain calm and effective in high-stress situations
About Us: MRFRS is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of cats and supporting the people who care for them. Through innovative programs like the Catmobile, we’re transforming access to affordable veterinary care while tackling feline overpopulation at its root. We have the vehicle to change the face of feline overpopulation in Massachusetts—are you ready to get on board?
Apply Today! Please submit your resume and cover letter to HR@mrfrs.org
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications (Required)
- 5+ years clinical veterinary technician experience
- Strong anesthesia skills, including induction and monitoring
- Ability to safely intubate cats
- Experience supporting surgery
- Demonstrated ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to lift 40 lbs and work comfortably in a compact mobile clinic setting
- Commitment to animal welfare and population control
- Strong communication skills and the ability to lead a team effectively
- Ability to remain calm and efficient in a fast-paced clinical environment
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Strongly Preferred Qualifications
- CVT/LVT/RVT credential
- Experience in high-volume spay/neuter or shelter setting
- Experience in a leadership or senior technician roles
- Familiarity with controlled substance logs and DEA compliance
- Experience training or mentoring staff
- Comfort working in a non-traditional clinical setting
- Strong problem-solving ability and adaptability
