Lead Vet Tech & ECC Training Coordinator

Ethos Veterinary Health; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 62,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Annual CE allowance

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Paid time off

Pet insurance discount

VetBloom CE platform access

Nursing Leadership Program

Peer mentorship

Career growth opportunities

Work-life balance culture

Job summary

South Asheville Veterinary Emergency & Specialty (SAVES) in Asheville, NC, seeks a Veterinary Technician Assistant Supervisor & Training Coordinator to lead onboarding, training, and mentorship for our ECC team. This full-time leadership role focuses on developing clinical skills in a fast-paced specialty setting.

Responsibilities include coordinating programs, delivering hands-on training, coaching staff, and partnering with ECC leadership to plan development paths.

Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT, CVT, or LVT) required
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in emergency, specialty, or critical care veterinary medicine preferred
• Previous leadership, mentoring, training, or lead Veterinary Technician experience preferred
• Strong interest and demonstrated ability in coaching and developing veterinary team members
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to adapt schedule based on training needs and department priorities
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced Emergency & Critical Care environment
• Positive, collaborative, and solution-oriented approach
• Experience with EzyVet and SmartFlow preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office preferred
• Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS) credential preferred
• Bilingual or multilingual communication skills are a plus
• Fluent English speaking and reading skills required

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support onboarding programs for new Emergency & Critical Care Veterinary Technicians and veterinary team members.
• Develop, organize, and deliver hands-on training to support Veterinary Technician skill advancement and clinical competency.
• Serve as a mentor and resource for Veterinary Technicians as they progress through training and development plans.
• Partner with ECC leadership to identify learning opportunities and create individualized development plans.
• Provide ongoing coaching, feedback, and support to promote professional growth and confidence.
• Assist with competency assessments, skill evaluations, and documentation of training progress.
• Ensure team members are trained on hospital protocols, workflows, equipment, and patient care standards.
• Promote a culture of continuous learning, teamwork, and clinical excellence.
• Assist ECC leadership with daily department operations, workflow, and team support.
• Provide guidance and support to Veterinary Technicians during emergency and critical care cases.
• Help coordinate staffing needs, assignments, and workflow to support efficient patient care.
• Serve as a leadership resource by encouraging communication, accountability, and collaboration.
• Support implementation of medical protocols, workflow improvements, and departmental initiatives.
• Assist with team meetings and cross-department collaboration.
• Maintain high standards of patient care, safety, and veterinary nursing excellence.

Skills

Mentorship

Coaching

Onboarding

Leadership

Education

RVT/CVT/LVT license

Tools

EzyVet

SmartFlow

Microsoft Office

Job description

South Asheville Veterinary Emergency & Specialty (SAVES) in Asheville, NC, seeks a Veterinary Technician Assistant Supervisor & Training Coordinator to lead onboarding, training, and mentorship for our ECC team. This full-time leadership role focuses on developing clinical skills in a fast-paced specialty setting.

Responsibilities include coordinating programs, delivering hands-on training, coaching staff, and partnering with ECC leadership to plan development paths.