Lead Veterinary Technician – Specialty Services

ethosveterinaryhealth; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 43,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CE allowance

License transfer coverage

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Pet insurance discount

VetBloom CE platform access

Nursing Leadership Program

Peer mentorship

Job summary

Ethos Veterinary Health's SAVES hospital in Asheville, NC seeks a Veterinary Technician Supervisor to lead the Specialty Services team. The role blends hands-on clinical support with leadership, mentorship, and operational excellence in a fast-paced specialty hospital.

The incumbent must be a registered veterinary technician (RVT/CVT/LVT) with at least two years of leadership experience, fluent English, and a drive to develop staff through coaching, training, and performance feedback.

Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT, CVT, or LVT) required.
• Minimum of 2 years of leadership, lead technician, or supervisory experience.
• Specialty or advanced clinical experience preferred.
• Strong leadership, coaching, mentoring, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Fluent English speaking and reading skills required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the Specialty Services team by fostering a professional, collaborative, and positive work environment.
• Promote accountability while maintaining high standards of patient care and client service.
• Coach team members through challenges while encouraging teamwork and professional growth.
• Assist with conflict resolution and ensure hospital policies and procedures are consistently followed.
• Oversee daily workflow and assign responsibilities to ensure efficient patient care.
• Coordinate staffing coverage and assist with schedule management.
• Conduct regular check‑ins, performance evaluations, and development discussions.
• Support employee engagement and encourage continuous learning.
• Provide hands‑on Veterinary Technician support for specialty patients as needed.
• Assist specialists and Veterinary Technicians with advanced procedures and patient care.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Mentoring

Conflict resolution

Communication

Organization

Problem solving

Fluent English

Education

RVT/CVT/LVT

Tools

EzyVet

SmartFlow

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ethos Veterinary Health's SAVES hospital in Asheville, NC seeks a Veterinary Technician Supervisor to lead the Specialty Services team. The role blends hands-on clinical support with leadership, mentorship, and operational excellence in a fast-paced specialty hospital.

The incumbent must be a registered veterinary technician (RVT/CVT/LVT) with at least two years of leadership experience, fluent English, and a drive to develop staff through coaching, training, and performance feedback.