Shift Lead 0633

A Caring Doctor (Minnesota), P.A.; Gulfport (MS); On-site; USD 22,937 - 29,315; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Continuing education allowance

Job summary

VCA Inc. is seeking a Shift Lead in Gulfport, Mississippi to coordinate hospital operations and guide staff. This role encompasses both leadership and paraprofessional responsibilities, aiming to ensure high productivity and client service.

The ideal candidate will manage patient flow, oversee finances, assist during procedures, and provide exemplary service to clients. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, including health insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Experience in veterinary assistant/tech roles.
• Skills in patient flow management and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and guide paraprofessional staff.
• Assist in surgery and keep treatment areas clean.
• Manage finances and ensure compliance with protocols.

Job description

Job Summary

The Shift Lead is the on‑site leadership for the hospital, coordinating and guiding paraprofessional staff while performing veterinary assistant/tech duties. The role balances approximately 20% leadership and 80% paraprofessional responsibilities to maintain hospital productivity and client service.

Responsibilities

The Shift Lead supports the Practice Manager or Chief of Staff in ensuring effective communication with clients, associates, and central teams. Duties include patient flow management, financial oversight, quality checks, and hands‑on veterinary support during procedures.

Paraprofessional Responsibilities

• Live and exemplify Mars, Inc.’s Five Principles.
• Perform duties of a CSC and/or veterinary assistant/technician: recruit new clients, manage client flow, maximize patient throughput, provide courteous service, educate clients on wellness plans, complete procedures that do not require a veterinarian or technician, prepare for and monitor surgical and hospitalized pets, and maintain accurate medical charts.
• Manage finances, including accurate balances and opening/closing procedures.
• Assist in surgery, facilitate safe restraint techniques, and keep treatment areas clean and sterile.
• Carry out administrative functions as required.

Leadership Responsibilities

• Help develop a productive team that delivers high‑quality care and service.
• Assist with scheduling, training, supervision, and performance of paraprofessional staff.
• Provide exemplary client service and resolve client issues.
• Communicate effectively with associates, clients, hospital leadership, and central support.
• Ensure compliance with dress, grooming, safety, and operating protocols.
• Prepare cases for the day, manage inpatient transitions, and triage the treatment board.
• Identify and resolve operational bottlenecks and implement solutions.
• Train and mentor new associates; maintain quality checks on medical records, medications, and hospital cleanliness.
• Address equipment issues and assist with inventory management.

Pay

The pay range for this role is $16.65 – $21.28 per hour, based on experience, skill level, education, and location.

Benefits

Full‑time associates are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off and holidays, mental health resources, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, a health savings account, paid parental leave, continuing education allowance for eligible positions, and other support services.