Veterinary Technician Supervisor

Pet Services of Washington, P.S.; Concord (NH); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching

Health insurance options

HSA/FSA options

Paid parental leave

Continuing education allowance ($750)

Job summary

VCA Russell Animal Hospital in Concord, NH is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician Supervisor to lead and support our nursing team. This full-time role requires weekend rotation and offers hourly compensation based on skill, licensure, and experience.

The hospital provides a collaborative environment with strong emphasis on mentorship, training, and career development for CVTs, VAs, and student externs. Join a team dedicated to high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a veterinary nursing team (CVTs/VAs).
• Strong communication and people-management skills.
• Ability to train and mentor staff and students.
• Familiarity with weekend rotation scheduling.
• Knowledge of clinical standards and patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on leadership and mentor CVTs/VAs, including hiring, onboarding, and performance management.
• Create nursing schedules and coverage plans to ensure high-quality patient care.
• Lead regular one-on-ones to build trust and team cohesion.
• Maintain clinical protocols and nursing care standards hospital-wide.
• Oversee patient monitoring, anesthesia support, and surgical assistance.
• Ensure drug handling, controlled substance logging, and inventory control.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Mentoring

Staff development

Job description

VCA Russell Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician Supervisor to lead and support our nursing team.

This role calls for a leader who is equal parts clinical expert and people-first manager - someone who leads with empathy, communicates clearly, and knows how to bring out the best in a team.

The ideal candidate has a strong track record of building trust, strengthening collaboration, and creating a workplace where technicians feel heard, supported, and set up to succeed. If you thrive on strong team leadership, mentoring with patience, and leading by example, we want to hear from you.

Schedule: Full time, weekend rotation required.

Compensation: $24.00 - $30.00 / hr based on skill set, licensure and experience.

About Us

We are a 4-doctor full service veterinary hospital offering primary care, illness care, surgery and dentistry located in Concord, NH . We are open 6 days a week to support your pet's needs.

Check out our website here: https://vcahospitals.com/russell

Supervisor Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Management

• Provide direct, hands-on leadership and mentorship for the CVT/VA team, including hiring, onboarding, scheduling, and performance management
• Build and maintain nursing schedules, and coverage plans that support consistent, high-quality patient care
• Lead regular one-on-ones and check-ins focused on communication, trust, and team cohesion
• Model calm, steady leadership that helps the team navigate change and grow stronger together

Clinical Standards & Patient Care

• Establish and uphold clinical protocols and nursing care standards across the hospital
• Oversee patient monitoring, treatment administration, anesthesia support, and surgical assistance
• Ensure compliance with drug handling, controlled substance logging, and inventory control policies
• Partner closely with the medical director and veterinary team to maintain consistent, high-quality care

Training & Professional Development

• Design and lead ongoing training and CE opportunities to keep the team sharp and engaged
• Serve as a clinical coach and mentor for CVTs, VAs, and student externs
• Support technicians pursuing specialty certifications and career growth

Culture & Communication

• Foster open, honest communication and a collaborative team environment
• Actively work to strengthen morale, trust, and engagement across the nursing team
• Serve as a steady, approachable point of contact for staff concerns and team dynamics

Operations & Compliance

• Monitor team retention, satisfaction, and workload balance, recommending improvements as needed
• Ensure compliance with all applicable veterinary practice acts, OSHA, and safety regulations

Why join The VCA Russell Animal Hospital team?

We are passionate about supporting Veterinary Technicians and are committed to your continuing education and personal career development. VCA is a community of dedicated professionals that will encourage you to explore everything a Veterinary Technician career has to offer.

At VCA we are committed to equity, inclusion, and diversity, and strive to be a place where a talented mix of people want to come, stay, and do their best work. We support a work environment where you can focus on your career, your happiness, and the patients you serve.

Benefits

• Free subscription to the Headspace app (meditation and sleep support)
• Free mental health support through programs like the Cigna Life Assistance Program Lyra
• Generous hospital discounts for your personal pets
• 401(k) with matching
• Multiple, flexible health insurance options
• HSA, FSA, and dependent care FSA account options
• Dental & vision plans
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time off, sick time & bereavement days
• Employer-paid short term disability insurance with long term disability options
• Employer-paid basic life insurance
• Identity monitoring and protection & Legal counseling and services
• Paid yearly NAVTA membership & state credential renewal
• Three sets of scrubs per year
• Comprehensive online library of free CE, training & job support webinars through WOOF U, VCA's online training tool
• Scholarships and discounts for educational offerings with Penn Foster
• $750 allowance for continuing education
• And so much more!

At VCA Russell Animal Hospital , every day brings the chance to make a real difference - for the pets we treat, the families who trust us, and the teammates who show up for each other. We're proud of the medicine we practice and even prouder of the people who practice it. Ready to grow with a collaborative and supportive team?