Licensed Veterinary Technician Supervisor

VCA Animal Hospitals; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

Paid vacation / sick days

401(k)

Job summary

VCA Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Center of Kalamazoo is seeking a licensed veterinary technician to join our Supervisor team on a full-time basis. The role emphasizes leadership, coordination with multi-service teams, and ongoing professional development in a 24/7 emergency/referral setting.

The successful candidate will have at least 5 years of experience, hold an LVT/CVT/RVT license, and be committed to mentorship, skill utilization, and collaborative patient care.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid veterinary technician license (LVT/CVT/RVT) in good standing.
• Experience in a supervisory role or leadership development preferred.
• Proven ability to coach and mentor staff to improve performance.
• Strong communication and team-building skills necessary.

Responsibilities

• Fully utilize technician skills across hospital services.
• Collaborate with team and coaching associates for success.
• Provide feedback and develop performance improvement plans with leadership.
• Coordinate communication of ideas, policies, and standards.
• Assist in VTNE/licensure guidance and schedule planning for staff.
• Maintain clinical skills and knowledge through ongoing training.

Skills

Licensed veterinary technician

Leadership

Coaching

Team collaboration

Communication

Job description

VCA Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Center of Kalamazoo is seeking an enthusiastic experienced licensed veterinary technician to join our growing Supervisor team full time! (LVT, CVT, RVT).

Do you thrive in an environment that promotes and encourages growth and development? At VCA we strongly believe in training and development for all of our associates! Our team is collaborative, supportive, and progressive and we want to give you the opportunity to expand your skills and follow your dreams at our 24-hour / 7 day a week Emergency & Referral Hospital.

We offer our supervisors monthly training and support on various industry focused leadership and development topics. Your success is our success and we work as a collaborative unit providing you the connectivity of 10 additional specialty hospital supervisor teams to grow, learn, and share information with.

Working together to create effective, fulfilled teams, happy healthy hospitals, and overall career satisfaction.

Compensation: is based on skill set, 5 years of experience, and licensure status (LVT, VTS)

Potential Schedule: Full time (4)10 hour shifts, holiday rotation, flexible schedule

Please take a moment to view our hospital video below and learn a bit more of why VCA is the right choice for you.

Licensed Veterinary Technician Supervisor Responsibilities:

• Full Technician Skill Utilization
• Working collaboratively with team members of all hospital services
• Coaching associates based on need to aid in their success
• Some regional travel required
• Facilitate communication of ideas, policies, standards and performance
• Provide feedback related to associate performance, and collaborate with leadership to develop performance improvement plans
• Support associates in their career via VTNE guidance, licensure guidance, and scheduling
• Maintain skill efficiency and knowledge

What Makes VCA Kalamazoo Unique?

Our hospital leadership team is compassionate and dedicated to your success. With a true team of experienced professionals, attainment in the pursuit of your career goals is our passion. We pride ourselves on practicing gold standard medicine and patient care directed by our Veterinary Technician Specialist in Emergency and Critical Care (VTS ECC).

Here at VSECK we work hard, and play hard too! Our vet tech week is a celebration of your dedication to patient care with contests, food, games and prizes. We often have team building events such as group paint nights, bowling, holiday egg hunts, and a crafty leprechaun that leaves behind gifts to find. These are just a few examples of how we show our gratitude to our dedicated patient care professionals.

VCA Total Rewards Benefits Package:

• Access to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary community
• Free NAVTA Membership & RECOVER Training
• Discounts to Fear Free Certification & VetGirl
• Growth & leadership opportunities
• Medical, Dental & Vision
• Career development programs
• Veterinary Technician education tuition support and scholarships
• $750 continuing education funds for credentialed associates
• Veterinary Technician license reimbursement
• Generous hospital discounts and product discounts
• Employer-paid life, long- and short-term disability insurance
• VTS Career Path financial, and mentorship support
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k)
• Free mental health resources and wellness subscriptions (Headspace)
• Referral bonusesInfertility benefits
• Competitive wage
• Free access to Plumbs, and education platforms such as Vetfolio

The successful candidate will be a believer in the possibilities of high quality veterinary medicine and patient care—with the expertise and technical know-how to make them happen.

In this position you will be supporting our Doctors team by creating a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients.

Candidates must be positive and motivated. The hospital team meets frequently, and your ideas and suggestions are encouraged to help us continue to grow. Our team takes pride in fostering an atmosphere of mutual respect and recognition while being adaptable, goal driven and engaged.

We work hard to protect our culture and assure we hire associates that are going to have the determination to rise above obstacles, wear multiple hats and

work as a team.

The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com

Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more! The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development) We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com