Emergency Vet Shift Lead: Lead Care & Grow

VEG ER for Pets; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Health, dental and vision benefits

Travel/CE stipend

Job summary

VEG is seeking a Veterinary Nursing Shift Lead to maintain the rhythm and flow of busy shifts, ensuring top-tier care and support for every VEGgie. You’ll coach the team, manage on-floor operations, and uphold safety while delivering compassionate service to pets and families.

You will oversee daily workflow, assist with coverage decisions, and coach others to continuously improve clinical and teamwork outcomes in a fast-paced ER setting.

Qualifications

• Credentialed Veterinary Technician or in VEG Credentialing Support Program.
• 1+ year experience in veterinary technician or assistant role; ER or specialty medicine preferred.
• Strong grasp of clinical workflow and team dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patient status and team capacity to keep shifts running smoothly.
• Coordinate breaks, guidance, and conflict resolution with calm under pressure.
• Lead shift transitions, huddles, and end-of-day wrap-ups.
• Step in on the floor when needed and ensure clear roles.
• Collaborate with hospital leadership on coverage and coaching.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Conflict resolution

Teamwork

Empathy

Ownership

Flexibility

Curiosity

Education

CVT/RVT/LVT or VEG Credentialing Support Program enrollment

Job description

VEG is seeking a Veterinary Nursing Shift Lead to maintain the rhythm and flow of busy shifts, ensuring top-tier care and support for every VEGgie. You’ll coach the team, manage on-floor operations, and uphold safety while delivering compassionate service to pets and families.

You will oversee daily workflow, assist with coverage decisions, and coach others to continuously improve clinical and teamwork outcomes in a fast-paced ER setting.