Thrive Pet Healthcare
Veterinary Technician - Surgery Lead
Thrive Pet Healthcare, Jacksonville, Florida, United States, 32290
Lead Surgery Veterinary Technician
Jacksonville, FL Capital Veterinary Specialists, a Thrive Pet Healthcare partner, is a community of 400 clinics forming an extraordinary network of unparalleled resources and people. We empower the best care for pets, their families, and yourself through outstanding learning, career options, comprehensive benefits, and abundant support. We offer excellent medicine, surgery, laparoscopy, endoscopy, radiology, ultrasound, laser, and more in a high-quality practice equipped with the latest technology in beautiful and clean facilities. We promote an emotionally intelligent work environment with a positive work/life balance and invest heavily in long‑term employee health and happiness. Role Responsibilities
Team Leadership —Setting clear expectations for behavior, communication, and clinical performance; coaching, mentoring, and developing each technician’s skills and confidence; addressing performance concerns fairly; supporting technician wellbeing and morale; managing staff schedule. Operational Oversight —Managing surgical technician scheduling to align with caseload and staff capacity; ensuring surgical suite readiness: equipment function, inventory stocked, instruments sterilized; streamlining workflow and communication between surgery prep, doctors, and recovery teams; problem‑solving clinical or logistical issues that arise during the day; oversight of Cubex (stocking, discrepancy resolution, cycle counts); maintaining surgical equipment. Training & Development —Onboarding and training new hires in anesthesia, surgery protocols, and best practices; organizing in‑house skill refreshers and CE opportunities; building a team culture that values learning, curiosity, and shared knowledge. Clinical Excellence —Ensuring consistent, high‑quality patient care throughout the perioperative period; monitoring compliance with anesthetic protocols, surgical checklists, and safety standards; leading by example through hands‑on support when needed. Collaboration & Communication —Acting as a communication bridge between technicians, surgeons, and leadership; bringing team concerns, ideas, or improvement opportunities to leadership; supporting hospital‑wide initiatives and cross‑department collaboration. Daily/Weekly Responsibilities —Morning team check‑ins or surgical huddles; mid‑shift walkthroughs; addressing equipment, inventory, or procedural needs; holding 1‑on‑1 check‑ins or coaching conversations; reviewing technician documentation and anesthetic records for accuracy; meeting with leadership to align on hospital priorities. Experience & Skills Requirements
Veterinary technician licensure preferred, but not required. 3‑5 years of clinical surgical experience. 2‑3 years leadership experience. Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree from an AVMA‑accredited veterinary technology program preferred; or equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Benefits – Our Care In Action
Paid time off including 8‑weeks of full‑pay parental leave, bereavement for both humans and pets, and time off for new pet adoptions. Top quality medical, dental, and vision insurance plus health savings account and flexible spending account. Pet perks including free exams, discounts on products and services, and more at all Thrive Pet Healthcare locations. Generously subsidized backup and ongoing care support for children, adults, and pets. Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions. 401k with employer contribution and no waiting period. Continuing education and development support through our library of free CE courses and paid time off to complete. Scholarship opportunities and student loan support program. Compensation negotiable based on credentials and experience with a hourly pay rate starting at $27‑$28 per hour. The actual rate offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. At Thrive Pet Healthcare, we celebrate and embrace the uniqueness and diversity of all of our team members, pet parents, and pets. We strive to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture where all team members belong and feel empowered.
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Jacksonville, FL Capital Veterinary Specialists, a Thrive Pet Healthcare partner, is a community of 400 clinics forming an extraordinary network of unparalleled resources and people. We empower the best care for pets, their families, and yourself through outstanding learning, career options, comprehensive benefits, and abundant support. We offer excellent medicine, surgery, laparoscopy, endoscopy, radiology, ultrasound, laser, and more in a high-quality practice equipped with the latest technology in beautiful and clean facilities. We promote an emotionally intelligent work environment with a positive work/life balance and invest heavily in long‑term employee health and happiness. Role Responsibilities
Team Leadership —Setting clear expectations for behavior, communication, and clinical performance; coaching, mentoring, and developing each technician’s skills and confidence; addressing performance concerns fairly; supporting technician wellbeing and morale; managing staff schedule. Operational Oversight —Managing surgical technician scheduling to align with caseload and staff capacity; ensuring surgical suite readiness: equipment function, inventory stocked, instruments sterilized; streamlining workflow and communication between surgery prep, doctors, and recovery teams; problem‑solving clinical or logistical issues that arise during the day; oversight of Cubex (stocking, discrepancy resolution, cycle counts); maintaining surgical equipment. Training & Development —Onboarding and training new hires in anesthesia, surgery protocols, and best practices; organizing in‑house skill refreshers and CE opportunities; building a team culture that values learning, curiosity, and shared knowledge. Clinical Excellence —Ensuring consistent, high‑quality patient care throughout the perioperative period; monitoring compliance with anesthetic protocols, surgical checklists, and safety standards; leading by example through hands‑on support when needed. Collaboration & Communication —Acting as a communication bridge between technicians, surgeons, and leadership; bringing team concerns, ideas, or improvement opportunities to leadership; supporting hospital‑wide initiatives and cross‑department collaboration. Daily/Weekly Responsibilities —Morning team check‑ins or surgical huddles; mid‑shift walkthroughs; addressing equipment, inventory, or procedural needs; holding 1‑on‑1 check‑ins or coaching conversations; reviewing technician documentation and anesthetic records for accuracy; meeting with leadership to align on hospital priorities. Experience & Skills Requirements
Veterinary technician licensure preferred, but not required. 3‑5 years of clinical surgical experience. 2‑3 years leadership experience. Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree from an AVMA‑accredited veterinary technology program preferred; or equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Benefits – Our Care In Action
Paid time off including 8‑weeks of full‑pay parental leave, bereavement for both humans and pets, and time off for new pet adoptions. Top quality medical, dental, and vision insurance plus health savings account and flexible spending account. Pet perks including free exams, discounts on products and services, and more at all Thrive Pet Healthcare locations. Generously subsidized backup and ongoing care support for children, adults, and pets. Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions. 401k with employer contribution and no waiting period. Continuing education and development support through our library of free CE courses and paid time off to complete. Scholarship opportunities and student loan support program. Compensation negotiable based on credentials and experience with a hourly pay rate starting at $27‑$28 per hour. The actual rate offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. At Thrive Pet Healthcare, we celebrate and embrace the uniqueness and diversity of all of our team members, pet parents, and pets. We strive to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture where all team members belong and feel empowered.
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