Emergency Vet Tech Shift Lead: Calm, Coordinated Care

VEG ER for Pets; Mount Pleasant (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base + 401K match

Health, dental, vision benefits

Travel stipend

Student loan repayment

Paid parental leave

Flexible schedules

Employee referral program

Company swag and meals

Job summary

VEG ER for Pets is seeking a Veterinary Nursing Shift Lead to ensure smooth shift operations and top-tier patient care on the floor. You will coordinate rounds, breaks, and on-the-floor coaching while maintaining a big-picture view and empowering the team.

Ideal candidates have 1+ year veterinary technician or assistant experience, CVT/RVT/LVMT credentials or ongoing VEG Credentialing, strong communication, and the ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays in a fast-paced ER setting.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in a veterinary technician or assistant role; emergency or specialty medicine preferred.
• Credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT/RVT/LVT/LVMT) or enrolled in VEG Credentialing Support Program.
• Strong grasp of clinical workflow and team dynamics.
• Excellent communication and conflict resolution skills.
• Leadership instincts, ownership mindset, and a desire to grow professionally.
• Basic computer skills and experience with practice management software and EMR.
• Ability to stand for prolonged hours, lift up to 25 kg (with assistance up to 40 kg).
• Willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays on rotating basis.

Responsibilities

• Keep a clear pulse on patient status, team bandwidth, and shift-wide needs.
• Manage daily workflow and pivot the team when the unexpected hits.
• Ensure shift roles are assigned and adapted 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 end-of-day wrap-ups.
• Communicate clearly, direct questions appropriately, and elevate key issues.
• Turn downtime into learning time—or just a moment to breathe.
• Work with hospital leadership on coverage, call-outs, and ongoing coaching.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Conflict resolution

Empathy

Team management

Flexibility

Clinical workflow understanding

Patient care

Education

CVT/RVT/LVMT credential

VEG Credentialing Support Program enrollment

Job description

VEG ER for Pets is seeking a Veterinary Nursing Shift Lead to ensure smooth shift operations and top-tier patient care on the floor. You will coordinate rounds, breaks, and on-the-floor coaching while maintaining a big-picture view and empowering the team.

Ideal candidates have 1+ year veterinary technician or assistant experience, CVT/RVT/LVMT credentials or ongoing VEG Credentialing, strong communication, and the ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays in a fast-paced ER setting.