ER Veterinary Technician Shift Lead — Lead with Impact

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG); Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 28,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K match

Travel stipend

Learning programs

Paid parental leave

Flexible schedules

Job summary

Veterinary Emergency Group in Washington, DC is seeking a Veterinary Nursing Shift Lead to keep each shift on pace and deliver top-tier care for patients while mentoring teammates.

You’ll own shift rhythm, coordinate breaks, lead huddles, and coach others on duty, with a focus on safety, empathy, and continuous learning. VEG offers competitive pay, benefits from day one, a travel stipend, 401K match, and strong growth paths.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Excellent communication and conflict resolution skills.
• Leadership instincts, ownership mindset, and growth drive.
• Basic computer skills and EMR familiarity.

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 transparency and growth mindset.

Skills

CVT / RVT / LVT / LVMT

1+ years veterinary technician

Clinical workflow mastery

Communication & conflict resolution

Leadership mindset

EMR / practice software basics

Job description

Veterinary Emergency Group in Washington, DC is seeking a Veterinary Nursing Shift Lead to keep each shift on pace and deliver top-tier care for patients while mentoring teammates.

You’ll own shift rhythm, coordinate breaks, lead huddles, and coach others on duty, with a focus on safety, empathy, and continuous learning. VEG offers competitive pay, benefits from day one, a travel stipend, 401K match, and strong growth paths.