Emergency Veterinary Technician Supervisor

Pet Services of Washington, P.S.; Fishers (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $5,000

Mentorship and leadership development

Continuing Education allowance

Professional liability coverage

Pet care discounts

401(k) with employer contribution

Job summary

VCA Advanced Veterinary Care Center in Fishers, IN seeks a Registered Veterinary Technician Supervisor to lead the Emergency Services and Intensive/Critical Care teams. This 24/7 specialty hospital offers collaboration with DVMs, specialists, RVTs, and VAs in a true specialty environment.

You will co-lead with an ER/ICW Supervisor, overseeing day-to-day operations, mentoring staff, and driving clinical initiatives while maintaining hands-on care in emergencies.

Qualifications

• Lead ER/ICW technician and assistant teams.
• Provide hands-on support with emergency and critical care patients.
• Partner with ER doctors, specialists, and hospital leadership.
• Manage patient flow, staffing, and daily operations.
• Support training, onboarding, and ongoing skill development.
• Promote high standards of patient care, safety and teamwork.
• Identify opportunities to improve department processes and efficiency.
• Serve as a clinical resource during cases.
• Participate in weekend on-call rotation.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop the ER/ICW technician and assistant teams.
• Provide hands-on support with emergency and critical care patients.
• Collaborate with ER doctors, specialists, and leadership on care plans.
• Oversee patient flow, staffing coverage, and daily operations.
• Support onboarding and ongoing skills development for staff.
• Uphold high standards of patient care and safety.
• Identify process improvements to increase efficiency.
• Act as a clinical resource during busy cases.
• Participate in weekend on-call rotation with other supervisors.

Skills

Team leadership

ER/ICU support

Mentoring

Emergency care

Communication

Education

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)

Job description

VCA Advanced Veterinary Care Center in Fishers, IN, is seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician Supervisor to lead our Emergency Services and Intensive/Critical Care teams. This is an exciting opportunity for a veterinary technician leader who wants to combine hands‑on clinical work with team leadership in a busy, 24/7 specialty and emergency hospital.

Why VCA Advanced Veterinary Care Center?

You’ll work alongside a highly experienced team of emergency DVMs, specialists, RVTs, and VAs while caring for some of the most challenging and rewarding cases in veterinary medicine.

Our hospital offers a true specialty environment, with Emergency & Critical Care, Surgery, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Oncology, Radiation Oncology, Ophthalmology, Rehabilitation, Diagnostic Imaging, and Nutrition all under one roof. This creates opportunities for strong collaboration across departments and continued clinical growth for our technical team.

About the Role

You won’t be leading ER and ICW alone. You’ll work alongside an existing ER/ICW Supervisor as part of a collaborative leadership team, sharing responsibilities and supporting one another across both departments. This structure provides additional leadership support, partnership in day‑to‑day operations, and an opportunity to work together on team development, staffing, and clinical initiatives.

As the ER/ICW Tech Supervisor , you will oversee the day‑to‑day operations and technical team supporting both Emergency Services and Intensive/Critical Care.

• Lead, mentor, and develop the ER/ICW technician and assistant teams
• Provide hands‑on support with emergency and critical care patients
• Partner closely with ER doctors, specialists, and hospital leadership
• Help manage patient flow, staffing, department coverage, and daily operations
• Support training, onboarding, and ongoing skill development for technicians and assistants
• Promote high standards of patient care, safety, and teamwork
• Help identify opportunities to improve department processes and efficiency
• Serve as a clinical resource for the team during cases
• Participate in a weekend on‑call rotation with other supervisors

Schedule

Flexible schedule with alternating weekend on‑call rotation. Must be available to work day, swing, or overnight shifts based on hospital needs. Scheduled 40 hours/week, with flexibility up to 55 hours as needed.

Compensation

Starting range is determined by license, skill set, and years of experience in the field. Financial growth opportunities available. A $5,000 sign‑on bonus is available to eligible new hires. Terms and conditions apply.

Benefits of joining the VCA AVCC Team!

• Mental Health: Access to the Lyra mental health platform, including up to 12 therapy sessions per year, guided self-care, and meditation resources.
• Full Healthcare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with HSA/FSA options, as well as fertility benefits.
• Paid Time Off: Paid vacation, sick, parental, and bereavement leave.
• Financial Support: 100% employer‑paid short‑term and long-
• Protection: Access to the Better Together Fund for crisis support in qualifying situations.
• Perks: Rabies prophylaxis vaccine and titer testing.
• Education: Continuing Education (CE) allowance for veterinarians and credentialed veterinary technicians, along with access to WOOF University®, which includes RACE‑approved courses.
• Latest Tech & Innovation: Opportunities to work with the latest technology and programs that encourage innovation and creativity, such as VCA Next.
• Discounts: Discounted Low‑Stress Handling, Fear Free, and AAFP Cat‑Friendly certifications, along with VETGirl and VIN subscriptions.
• Freebies: Free NAVTA membership and a free subscription to Plumb’s.
• Programs: Leadership development and mentorship programs.
• Retirement: 401(k) retirement savings plan with increasing employer contribution.
• Full Coverage: 100% employer‑paid professional liability coverage and life insurance coverage equal to one year's salary.
• Pet Care Perks: Generous pet care discounts and VIP programs.
• Advisory Services: Student loan advisory services, tools, and resources.
• Legal Resources: Access to legal resources for common legal services.
• Transfer Opportunities: Nationwide hospital transfer opportunities.

Interested in becoming a Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS)?

Our Leadership Team is invested in providing the support to help you apply for, obtain, and maintain your VTS, including mentorship, an available caseload, skills development opportunities, and a CE allowance.

Location

7712 Crosspoint Commons, Fishers, IN 46038

Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive b