Lead Veterinary Technician, Surgery

Upstate Veterinary Emergency & Specialty (UVS) is seeking a full-time Lead Veterinary Technician to join our Surgery team in Greenville, SC. This hands-on leadership opportunity is ideal for an experienced Veterinary Technician who enjoys mentoring teammates, supporting advanced patient care, and helping coordinate workflow in a fast-paced emergency environment.

Compensation

• $29-$34/hour based on experience and credentials

Full-Time Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans
• Paid Time Off
• Paid sick time
• 401(k) with employer match
• Employee assistance programs
• Opportunities for continuing education and professional development
• Supportive team environment focused on growth and collaboration
• And more!

Schedule

• Full-Time
• Three 12-hour shifts per week
• 8:00 AM-8:00 PM
• Rotating weekends required
• Holiday rotation required

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on technical support throughout the Surgery department.
• Serve as the primary resource for Veterinary Technicians and assistants during assigned shifts.
• Lead by example while assisting with patient care needs and complex cases.
• Coordinate patient flow, staffing assignments, and department workflow.
• Adjust team assignments based on patient volume, caseload, and patient acuity.
• Support shift coverage needs and changing caseload demands.
• Conduct team huddles to review caseloads, priorities, and operational updates.
• Communicate changes, expectations, and important updates clearly with team members.
• Complete emergency department acuity assessments and support workflow improvements.
• Maintain diversion tracking and communicate updates as needed.
• Mentor and coach Veterinary Technicians and support staff through feedback and training opportunities.
• Identify team development opportunities and partner with leadership to support growth.
• Address patient care, client service, and team concerns professionally and efficiently.
• Escalate significant concerns to hospital leadership when appropriate.
• Promote a positive, respectful, and collaborative team culture.
• Monitor supply and equipment needs and communicate shortages proactively.
• Share operational feedback and updates with hospital leadership.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Veterinary Technician experience in Specialty Surgery required
• 2+ years of leadership, charge technician, shift lead, or supervisory experience required
• Strong understanding of emergency patient triage and veterinary hospital workflow
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication, coaching, and conflict-resolution skills
• Commitment to teamwork, accountability, and exceptional patient care
• Ability to remain calm, organized, and decisive during high-pressure situations
• Credentialed Veterinary Technician (LVT, RVT, or CVT) preferred
• Anesthesia experience strongly preferred
• Experience mentoring, training, or leading veterinary support staff preferred
• Fluent English speaking and reading skills required

About the Hospital

Upstate Veterinary Emergency & Specialty (UVS) is an emergency and specialty veterinary hospital located in Greenville, SC. Our team provides advanced veterinary care while focusing on collaboration, continuous learning, and exceptional patient outcomes.

At UVS, our leaders work alongside their teams to support professional development, improve hospital operations, and create an environment where every team member can succeed. This is an opportunity to continue utilizing your technical skills while making a meaningful impact on patient care and team development.

Surrounding Areas

UVS is located in Greenville, SC and serves surrounding communities throughout the Upstate region of South Carolina.

Relocating for the right opportunity? Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Greenville offers a growing community with outdoor recreation, local dining, arts and culture, and access to the Blue Ridge Mountains while providing opportunities to build a rewarding veterinary career.

Join Us

Ready to take the next step in your veterinary leadership career? We'd love to hear from you. Apply today to join our team and make a meaningful impact on the lives of pets, their families, and the veterinary community.

Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next.

Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You’ll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic-caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery.

Here, mentorship is a two-way street. You’ll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally.

At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together.

Ready to take the next step in your veterinary leadership career? We'd love to hear from you. Apply today to join our team and make a meaningful impact on the lives of pets, their families, and the veterinary community.

Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.