Lead Veterinary Technician

Located in the heart of downtown New Haven, Elm City Vet is a modern primary care hospital focused on high-quality medicine, compassionate client care, and a collaborative team culture. As part of the Pieper Veterinary network and COVE Animal Health, our team benefits from the support, resources, and medical collaboration of one of the region s leading veterinary organizations.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Lead Veterinary Technician to help guide and support our growing hospital team. This is an excellent opportunity for a technician who enjoys leadership, mentorship, patient care, and helping create an exceptional client and team experience.

• Lead and support the technician and assistant team during daily hospital operations
• Assist with workflow coordination and patient care priorities
• Partner closely with veterinarians and hospital leadership
• Mentor and train team members while promoting a positive, collaborative culture
• Support anesthesia monitoring, surgery, dentistry, laboratory work, radiology, and nursing care
• Ensure high standards of patient safety, cleanliness, and medical quality
• Help foster an outstanding client experience through clear communication and compassionate care
• Assist with inventory, equipment oversight, and operational efficiency as needed

• Veterinary technician experience in a fast-paced veterinary setting
• Leadership or mentorship experience preferred
• Strong technical and patient care skills
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities
• Ability to remain calm and supportive in busy environments
• Passion for teamwork, teaching, and continuous improvement
• CVT/LVT/RVT preferred but not required depending on experience and state requirements

• Modern downtown New Haven location with extended weekday hours
• Collaborative and supportive hospital culture
• Opportunity to help shape and grow a newer hospital team
• Connected access to Pieper Veterinary specialists, emergency services, and shared medical expertise
• Career growth opportunities across COVE Animal Health

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• CE allowance and professional development support
• Uniform allowance
• Employee pet discounts
• Opportunities for advancement within COVE Animal Health

COVE Animal Health supports a growing network of veterinary hospitals united by a shared commitment to exceptional medicine, collaboration, and people-first leadership. Our hospitals maintain their unique local identities while benefiting from the strength, support, and shared resources of a larger veterinary community.

We are committed to building teams that reflect our core values:

• We do the right thing
• We care deeply
• We have high standards
• We are here to help

COVE Animal Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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