Surgical Services Supervisor - Veterinary Technician

Ethos Veterinary Health; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

CE Allowance + Free VetBloom CE access

License reimbursement

Uniform allowance

Pet discount

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Job summary

Virginia Veterinary Centers is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician Supervisor for Surgery at our Short Pump location in Virginia. This full-time leadership role oversees day-to-day operations, clinical standards, and client care within the Surgery Department.

The position requires advanced surgery knowledge, hands-on support, and the ability to mentor a growing technical team. The supervisor will work closely with surgeons and the Surgical Services Manager to maintain high-quality care,

Qualifications

• Current Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) credential required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a specialty Surgery Department.
• Advanced clinical proficiency in specialty surgery nursing, perioperative patient care, and anesthesia.
• Demonstrated leadership experience with coaching, mentorship, accountability and conflict management.
• Ability to lead a diverse team with different personalities while maintaining fairness.

Responsibilities

• Act as the immediate/direct supervisor for the Surgery technical team, addressing day-to-day concerns and workflow.
• Provide strong leadership fostering a professional, collaborative, and accountable culture.
• Maintain clinical presence and support cases, anesthesia and patient care as needed.
• Collaborate with surgeons and staff to meet each surgeon's needs and standards.
• Promote open communication and resolve conflicts early with leadership.
• Support performance reviews, employee development, and onboarding.
• Mentor and provide advanced clinical resources to Surgery staff.
• Develop training plans and continuing education objectives for the team.
• Ensure compliance with policies, SOPs, safety, and PPE; manage equipment and supplies.

Skills

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Leadership

Team supervision

Coaching & mentorship

Job description

Virginia Veterinary Centers is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician Supervisor for Surgery at our Short Pump location in Virginia. This full-time leadership role oversees day-to-day operations, clinical standards, and client care within the Surgery Department.

The position requires advanced surgery knowledge, hands-on support, and the ability to mentor a growing technical team. The supervisor will work closely with surgeons and the Surgical Services Manager to maintain high-quality care,