Veterinary Technician Manager - Emergency Department

AAVMP; Largo, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) with match

Mental health resources

Parental leave

Purr-ental leave

Backup childcare assistance

Free CE courses

Pet perks & discounts

Student loan support

Job summary

Tampa Bay Veterinary Specialists & Emergency Care Center in Largo, FL is seeking an Emergency Department Manager to lead our emergency team, mentor technicians, and ensure high-quality patient care around the clock.

Ideal candidates have an AVMA-accredited credential, 3–4 years emergency experience, 1–2 years leadership, and the ability to coordinate triage, hospitalization, and client communication in a fast-paced, compassionate hospital.

Qualifications

• Licensure as a veterinary technician preferred.
• 3–4 years of emergency experience required.
• 1–2 years of leadership experience required.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree from an AVMA-accredited program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of emergency technicians and manage staffing in a 24/7 emergency department.
• Develop and mentor technicians in emergency medicine skills and patient care.
• Coordinate triage, hospitalization, and patient flow with veterinarians.
• Assist with emergency surgeries and treatment protocols as permitted by state law.
• Communicate with clients about patient status and care plans.
• Maintain accurate medical records with practice systems.

Skills

Emergency department leadership

Team leadership

Veterinary nursing

Education

AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program

Job description

Veterinary Technician Manager - Emergency Department

Tampa Bay Veterinary Specialists & Emergency Care Center

Largo, Florida

About You

You’ll play an important role in pets’ lives by providing end-to-end care for our precious patients. Your life-changing work will range from the hands-on care of facilitating outpatient treatments and performing laboratory tests, to support services including admitting and discharging patients.

The success of your patients’ care matters to you, and your success matters to us.

Your Experience & Skills

• Veterinary technician licensure preferred
• 3-4 years of emergency experience required
• 1-2 years of leadership experience required
• An Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree from an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program preferred; or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Tampa Bay Veterinary Specialists & Emergency Care Center is looking for an Emergency Department Manager to join us as part of the Thrive Pet Healthcare community.

At Tampa Bay Veterinary Specialists & Emergency Care Center], you’ll feel the warmth and culture of a small hospital. As a hospital deeply rooted in the local community, you will experience the best of both worlds: a genuine local culture with the benefits of Thrive's national resources.

About The Hospital

Tampa Bay Veterinary Specialists & Emergency Care Center is a 24-hour emergency and multi-specialty practice located in Largo, Florida. Our hospital has a collaborative working environment focused on quality care for our patients and clients. We pride ourselves on offering gold standard emergency and specialty care. Teamwork and a positive culture are qually important.

We are open 24/7 serving the Greater Tampa Bay Area.

You’re Willing And Able To

• Lead a team of emergency technicians
• Develop and mentor technicians in emergency medicine skills and patient care
• Manage a working schedule to meet the needs of a 24/7 facility
• Mange workflow from triage to hospitalization
• Support veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care, advocate for pets, and educate clients
• Assist veterinarians and the medical team to maximize productivity and maintain positive patient flow in an emergency setting
• Assist with and facilitate emergency surgeries and procedures in accordance with your state's Veterinary Practice Act outlined for credentialed veterinary technicians
• Communicate with clients regarding patient care and status
• Assist in maintaining relevant, comprehensive medical records with the support of practice systems

You’ll Grow with Us

Here, you can grow your career as best fits you through access to comprehensive learning and skillset programs...

Benefits - our care in action

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with employer match
• Mental health resources including Lyra Health
• Paid parental leave
• Purr-ental leave
• Subsidized backup childcare and elder care
• FREE CE courses
• Pet perks and veterinary service discounts
• Student loan support tools and assistance

Compensation negotiable based on credentials and experience with salary starting at $65,000

About Thrive

Thrive Pet Healthcare creates the future of pet well-being through medical excellence, innovative technology, and a connected community of teams and partners.

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