Emergency Vet Shift Lead - Lead, Learn & Thrive

Veterinary Emergency Group The PC; Dallas, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Health and wellness benefits

Learning & leadership programs

Travel stipend

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Veterinary Emergency Group in Dallas, TX is seeking an Emergency Veterinary Assistant (Shift Lead) to coordinate shift activities, ensure top-tier patient care, and support VEGgies on the floor. This role emphasizes leadership, quick thinking, and compassionate teamwork in a fast-paced emergency environment.

As a Shift Lead, you will manage workflow, lead huddles, and mentor staff while maintaining a high standard of clinical care and patient safety across the team.

Qualifications

• Credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT, RVT, LVT, LVMT) or enrolled in the VEG Credentialing Support Program preferred

Responsibilities

• Keep a clear pulse on patient status, team bandwidth, and shift-wide needs
• Manage daily workflow and help the team pivot when the unexpected hits
• Ensure shift roles are assigned and adapted as needed, with clarity and care
• Jump in on the floor when help is needed—no task is too small
• Coordinate breaks, assist with conflict resolution, and model calm under pressure
• Lead shift transitions, team huddles, and start/end-of-day wrap-ups
• Communicate clearly, direct questions appropriately, and elevate key issues
• Help the team turn downtime into learning time—or just a moment to breathe
• Flag incidents or notable events with a mindset of transparency and growth
• Work with hospital leadership on coverage, call-outs, and ongoing coaching

Skills

CVT

RVT

LVT

LVMT

Job description

Veterinary Emergency Group in Dallas, TX is seeking an Emergency Veterinary Assistant (Shift Lead) to coordinate shift activities, ensure top-tier patient care, and support VEGgies on the floor. This role emphasizes leadership, quick thinking, and compassionate teamwork in a fast-paced emergency environment.

As a Shift Lead, you will manage workflow, lead huddles, and mentor staff while maintaining a high standard of clinical care and patient safety across the team.