ER Veterinary Technician Supervisor - Arkansas Veterinary Emergency & Specialists

Little Rock; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 27,552 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Arkansas Veterinary Emergency & Specialists in Little Rock is looking for an ER Veterinary Technician Supervisor. This role includes supervising staff, providing exceptional veterinary care, and overseeing operations while handling various hospital tasks. Ideal candidates will have at least 4 years of veterinary experience and relevant qualifications such as Licensed Veterinary Technician. The position offers a pay range of $20 to $24 per hour with benefits including 401(k), health insurance, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years veterinary experience.
• Licensed Veterinary Technician preferred or equivalent experience.
• Emergency or Supervisory experience also preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise technicians and assistants in various tasks.
• Schedule staff based on departmental needs.
• Organize training for new staff.
• Perform technician or assistant duties as required.
• Maintain patient medical records and oversee hospital operations.

Skills

Veterinary experience

Clinical laboratory procedures

Medication calculations

Venipuncture

Animal Restraint

Vital Sign Monitoring

Client Communication

Emergency experience

Supervisory experience

Time Management

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Problem solving

Verbal communication skills

Written communication skills

Professionalism

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT or LVMT)

Job description

Position: ER Veterinary Technician Supervisor – Arkansas Veterinary Emergency & Specialists

Position overview

Join our team as a ER Veterinary Technician Supervisor who supports hospital operations by providing dedicated quality veterinary care and exceptional service to our patients and clients. Responsibilities include providing patient care by determining animal requirements, conducting examinations and diagnostic procedures, assisting during surgery and operations, providing nursing care, assisting with feeding and caring for patients, maintaining medical supplies and equipment, overseeing triage and discharging patients, and maintaining patient medical records.

Essential Functions

• Supervise technicians/assistants in all departments, assist in evaluating performance (90‑day and annual), review attendance, enforce company policies, and communicate new practices and policies regarding technical duties
• Schedule staff according to department needs, monitoring and regulating overtime hours and ensuring proper coverage in times of shortage
• Organize training for new staff and mentor all staff regarding performance and training needs
• Perform the duties of technician or assistant, as scheduled
• Liaison with all departments, supervisors, and hospital manager regarding patient care and hospital operations; resolve issues as needed
• Oversee cleaning, stocking, and inventory for all departments
• Exhibit confidentiality and professionalism in all regards for employee issues; be proactive in issue resolution
• Keep hospital management informed of any issues or risks that might impact operations or employee relations; work with the management team to find solutions
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Hospital Manager
• Participate and attend all hospital meetings
• Hold weekly meetings with Hospital Manager to ensure a constant flow of communication

Technical Skills

• Minimum of 4 years veterinary experience
• Clinical laboratory procedures
• Medication calculations and administration
• Abides by hospital policies and procedures, including contents of Employee Handbook
• Venipuncture
• Animal Restraint
• Vital Sign Monitoring
• Client Communication
• Radiographic Technique and anesthesiology
• Veterinary husbandry, terminology and protocols
• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT or LVMT) preferred or equivalent experience
• Emergency or Supervisory experience also preferred
• Time Management
• Organizational Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Multi‑Tasking and setting priorities
• Empathy
• Problem solving and critical thinking
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Professionalism and ability to properly handle confidential information

Schedule

• Four 10‑hour shifts including nights, weekends and holidays
• Supervisor may be required to fill in shifts as needed based on staffing and patient load
• Overtime as needed

Pay Range

Pay Range: $20 — $24 USD

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

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