Emergency Veterinary Nursing Shift Lead — Lead with Heart

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG); Princeton (NJ); Presencial; USD 34.000 - 61.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health benefits

401K match

Travel stipend

Paid parental leave

Flexible schedules

Learning programs

Equity after 1 year

Descripción de la vacante

VEG is seeking Veterinary Nursing Shift Leads to keep each shift steady, ensuring top-tier care for patients and support for every VEGgie. You’ll lead with heart, coach on the floor, and coordinate breaks, handoffs, and wrap-ups to keep the hospital running smoothly.

A CVT/RVT/LVMT credential and 1+ year veterinary tech or assistant experience are required, with strong communication, teamwork, and leadership skills. Nights, weekends, and holidays are on a rotating basis.

Formación

• Credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT, RVT, LVT, LVMT) or enrolled in VEG Credentialing Support Program preferred.
• 1+ years of experience in a veterinary technician or assistant role; emergency or specialty medicine preferred.
• Strong grasp of clinical workflow and team dynamics.
• Confidence in navigating floor operations while guiding others with empathy.
• Excellent communication and conflict resolution skills.
• Flexibility and willingness to step in wherever needed.
• Leadership instincts, ownership mindset, and a desire to grow professionally.
• Basic computer skills and comprehension of practice management software/EMR.
• Excellent communicator when collaborating with pet parents and team.
• Ability to stand for prolonged hours and lift up to 25 kg (40 kg with assistance).
• Willing to work in a noisy environment with strong odors; nights/weekends/holidays availability.

Responsabilidades

• 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, resolve conflicts, and model calm under pressure.
• Lead shift transitions, team huddles, and end-of-day wrap-ups.
• Communicate clearly, direct questions appropriately, and elevate issues.
• Turn downtime into learning time or a moment to breathe.
• Flag incidents or notable events with transparency and growth.
• Work with hospital leadership on coverage, call-outs, and coaching.

Conocimientos

Credentialed Vet Tech

Communication

Leadership

Empathy

Conflict resolution

Flexibility

Clinical workflow

Floor operations

Fast-paced environment

Practice management software

Educación

CVT/RVT/LVMT credential

VEG Credentialing Support Program (enrolled)

Herramientas

Practice management software

Descripción del empleo

VEG is seeking Veterinary Nursing Shift Leads to keep each shift steady, ensuring top-tier care for patients and support for every VEGgie. You’ll lead with heart, coach on the floor, and coordinate breaks, handoffs, and wrap-ups to keep the hospital running smoothly.

A CVT/RVT/LVMT credential and 1+ year veterinary tech or assistant experience are required, with strong communication, teamwork, and leadership skills. Nights, weekends, and holidays are on a rotating basis.