Veterinary Technician Supervisor

VCA Animal Hospitals; Antioch (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mental Health program

Full Healthcare

Paid Time Off

401(k) retirement plan

Pet care discounts

CE allowance

Leadership development & mentorship

VTNE sponsorships

Disability & life insurance

Legal resources

Career transfer opportunities

Job summary

VCA PetMed Animal Hospital in Antioch, TN is seeking a Veterinary Technician Supervisor to join our leadership team. Full-time, four 10-hour shifts per week with rotating Saturdays.

This role partners with Medical Director and Hospital Manager to mentor staff and drive engagement and efficiency while maintaining high standards of care. The position emphasizes leadership development, mentorship, and daily hospital operations.

Qualifications

• Experience leading veterinary support staff.
• Ability to mentor and develop team members.
• Experience in hiring, onboarding, training, and development of staff.
• Proven ability to conduct performance discussions and provide feedback.
• Ability to create and manage staff schedules and lead meetings.
• Comfort with implementing hospital policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, mentorship, and coaching to support staff.
• Assist with hiring, onboarding, training, and development of team members.
• Conduct performance discussions and provide ongoing feedback.
• Create and manage staff schedules.
• Lead team meetings and facilitate effective communication.
• Implement and uphold hospital policies and procedures.
• Monitor daily workflow and staffing needs to support efficient operations.
• Ensure accurate handling and documentation of controlled substances.
• Partner with hospital leadership for continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Mentorship

Hiring & onboarding

Performance feedback

Scheduling & staffing

Team communication

Policy implementation

Operations coordination

Job description

VCA PetMed Animal Hospital is growing and looking for a Veterinary Technician Supervisor to join our leadership team!

Schedule

Full-time | Four 10-hour shifts per week with rotating Saturdays

Compensation

Compensation is based on experience, skill set, and leadership background.

Why Join Our Team?

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced veterinary professional who is passionate about leadership, mentorship, and patient care. We are seeking someone who can lead by example, foster a positive and collaborative culture, and help develop our support staff while maintaining the high standards of care our clients and patients deserve.

As a Veterinary Assistant Supervisor, you will partner closely with our Medical Director and Hospital Manager to support daily hospital operations, mentor team members, and drive engagement and efficiency throughout the hospital. This role offers the opportunity to strengthen your leadership skills while making a meaningful impact on both the team and the hospital's continued growth.

What You'll Do

In addition to Veterinary Technician responsibilities, you will:

• Provide leadership, mentorship, and coaching to support staff
• Assist with hiring, onboarding, training, and development of team members
• Conduct performance discussions and provide ongoing feedback
• Create and manage staff schedules
• Lead team meetings and facilitate effective communication
• Implement and uphold hospital policies and procedures
• Monitor daily workflow and staffing needs to support efficient operations
• Ensure accurate handling and documentation of controlled substances
• Partner with hospital leadership to identify opportunities for continuous improvement and team development

Total Rewards

As a VCA Associate, eligible full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Mental Health: Access to the Lyra mental health platform, including up to 12 therapy sessions per year, guided self-care, and meditation resources.

• Full Healthcare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with HSA/FSA options, as well as fertility benefits.

• Paid Time Off: Paid vacation, sick, parental, and bereavement leave.

• Financial Support: 100% employer-paid short-term and long-term disability and life insurance coverage equal to one year's salary.

• Protection: Access to the Better Together Fund for crisis support in qualifying situations.

• Education: Continuing Education (CE) allowance and PTO for credentialed veterinary technicians, along with access to WOOF University, which includes RACE-approved courses.

• Latest Tech & Innovation: Opportunities to work with the latest technology and programs that encourage innovation and creativity, such as VCA Next.

• Sponsorships: Penn Foster and VTNE test prep sponsorships, as well as VTNE prep courses.

• Discounts: Discounted Low-Stress Handling, Fear Free, and AAFP Cat-Friendly certifications, along with VETGirl and VIN subscriptions.

• Freebies: Free NAVTA membership and a free subscription to Plumb's.

• Programs: Leadership development and mentorship programs.

• Retirement: 401(k) retirement savings plan with increasing employer contribution.

• Pet Care Perks: Generous pet care discounts and VIP programs.

• Legal Resources: Access to legal resources for common legal services.

• Transfer Opportunities: Nationwide hospital transfer opportunities.

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!

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

Location: 1120 Bell Rd, Antioch, TN 37013