Shift Lead

A Caring Doctor (Texas), P.C.; Upland (CA); On-site; USD 24,204 - 30,927; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

Generous retirement plans with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Continuing education allowance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Job summary

VCA Inc. in Upland, California is seeking a Shift Lead to assist the Practice Manager in optimizing hospital productivity while providing outstanding veterinary care. The role requires supervising staff, ensuring compliance with practices, and delivering exceptional client service.

The ideal candidate will have over two years of veterinary hospital experience and be available for weekend and evening shifts. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including health insurance and retirement plans, are offered.

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum of two years of veterinary hospital experience.
• Must be available to work weekend and evening shifts.
• Must be comfortable with loud noise and strong smells.

Responsibilities

• Assist hospital leadership in developing an efficient, productive team.
• Supervise the team and ensure quality medical care.
• Provide exceptional client service and resolve client issues.

Skills

Client service

Team supervision

Veterinary hospital experience

Communication

Problem-solving

Job description

Shift Lead Position Profile

The role of the Shift Lead is to perform the duties of a Client Services Coordinator or Vet Assistant when not filling in or assisting the Practice Manager or Chief of Staff in guiding the team to maximize productivity and profitability of the hospital. This position works with the Practice Manager and/or Chief of Staff (COS) to ensure effective communication with all clients and internal stakeholders and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Assisting and supporting the hospital leadership in developing an efficient, productive team that provides the highest quality care and service to the most pets and clients.
• Following Banfield protocols and practices, focusing the team to achieve practice priorities while building our culture and brand.
• Day‑to‑day supervision of the team when called upon and ensuring quality medical care, exceptional client service, associate engagement and maximum productivity.
• Helping create an environment where a team can deliver quality, efficient and effective veterinary care to pets and fostering an environment that engages associates, where associates do their best and feel good about being a member of the team.
• Providing professional, efficient and exceptional client service (lead by example), ensuring all associates do the same, to include client education about Optimum Wellness Plans, preventive care, pet health needs, hospital services, marketing campaigns, and other related information; effectively resolve client issues.
• Assisting in effectively scheduling associates to meet client needs according, while proactively planning time off and CE scheduling.
• Ensuring compliance with all practice policies and procedures.
• Ensuring adherence to Banfield dress and grooming guidelines.

Qualifications

• You must believe preventive care is the best and only way to achieve a long and healthy life for each pet.
• You must embrace and thrive on providing exceptional client and pet experiences.
• You must be available to work weekend and evening shifts.
• You must be comfortable working in an environment with loud noise and strong smells.
• You must be 18 years of age or older.
• You must have a minimum of two years of veterinary hospital experience.

Compensation

The pay range for this role is $17.57 - $22.45 hourly.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous retirement plans (401(k) and Roth) with company match.
• Best‑in‑class student debt relief program (for full‑time DVMs).
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Top‑tier mental health and wellbeing resources.
• Associate life insurance (company‑paid) & supplemental life insurance.
• Company‑paid short‑ and long‑term disability.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Paid parental leave for birth and adoption.
• Continuing education allowance (for eligible positions).
• Back‑up child and elder care & family support resources.
• Fertility and family building support.
• Digital exercise therapy program.
• Voluntary protection benefits.
• Legal plan.
• Identity protection.
• Commuter benefits.
• Three free Optimum Wellness Plans for pets.
• Exclusive discounts.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Banfield Pet Hospital strongly supports and values the uniqueness of all individuals and promotes a work environment where diversity is embraced. Banfield Pet Hospital is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. Banfield Pet Hospital complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every Banfield location.