Veterinary Technician Supervisor

VCA Animal Hospitals; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

CE allowance

Job summary

VCA Paw Prints Animal Hospital in Lafayette, IN is seeking a Veterinary Technician Supervisor to lead and support our technician team. The role focuses on mentoring others, fostering engagement, and ensuring exceptional patient care while participating in daily hospital operations.

The ideal candidate will partner with leadership to develop staff, maintain high medical standards, and drive operational excellence in a collaborative, low-stress environment for dogs and cats.

Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Technician credential required or equivalent.
• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of Veterinary Technicians and Assistants.
• Oversee onboarding, training, and coaching of staff.
• Assist with surgeries, anesthesia, dentistry, diagnostics, and nursing care.
• Maintain accurate medical records and ensure hospital protocols.

Skills

Leadership

Team mentorship

Clinical nursing

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Registered Veterinary Technician (CVT/LVT/RVT)

Tools

Surgical anesthesia monitoring

Dental prophylaxis & radiographs

Job description

Veterinary Technician Supervisor at VCA Paw Prints Animal Hospital

Schedule:Full-time opportunity

About Our Hospital

VCA Paw Prints Animal Hospital is an AAHA-accredited practice dedicated to providing exceptional care tailored specifically to dogs and cats. We are proud to be committed in creating a low-stress experience for every patient and client.

Our experienced team offers comprehensive services including preventive medicine, surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, and compassionate client education in a calm, supportive environment. We are proud to foster a collaborative culture where teamwork, learning, and high-quality patient care are at the center of everything we do.

About VCA

At VCA Animal Hospitals, we're passionate about delivering world-class veterinary care while supporting the people who make it possible. As part of Mars Veterinary Health, we're committed to helping our teams grow while making a lasting impact on pets and the people who love them.

The Opportunity

VCA Paw Prints Animal Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Technician Supervisor to lead and support our talented technician team. This position is ideal for a credentialed technician who enjoys mentoring others, fostering team engagement, and ensuring exceptional patient care while remaining actively involved in daily hospital operations.

As a Veterinary Technician Supervisor, you will partner closely with hospital leadership to support team development, maintain high medical standards, drive operational excellence, and create a positive culture where both patients and associates thrive.

What You'll Do:

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, mentor, and support a team of Veterinary Technicians and Veterinary Assistants
• Assist with onboarding, training, coaching, and developing team members
• Promote a collaborative, positive, and inclusive team culture
• Support scheduling and staffing needs to ensure efficient hospital operations
• Provide ongoing feedback and performance coaching to team members
• Serve as a clinical resource and role model for the nursing team

Clinical Responsibilities

• Assist with surgical procedures, including anesthesia monitoring and recovery
• Perform dental prophylaxis, charting, and dental radiographs
• Administer medications and treatments as directed by veterinarians
• Collect laboratory samples and perform in-house diagnostics
• Monitor hospitalized patients and provide high-quality nursing care
• Ensure adherence to hospital protocols, patient safety standards, and medical quality initiatives
• Maintain accurate and thorough medical records
• Support exceptional client communication and education

Operational Excellence

• Partner with hospital leadership to improve workflow efficiency and patient care standards
• Help maintain inventory, equipment maintenance, and regulatory compliance
• Support implementation of hospital initiatives, training programs, and best practices
• Assist in fostering a culture focused on patient care, client service, and continuous improvement

What We're Looking For

• Registered Veterinary Technician (CVT, LVT, LVMT, RVT)
• Strong clinical skills in anesthesia, dentistry, patient nursing, and diagnostics
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to lead by example and inspire team engagement
• Passion for providing exceptional patient care and supporting team development

Total Rewards

As a VCA Associate, eligible full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package, which may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid parental leave
• Infertility and gender affirmation benefits
• Mental wellness resources including Headspace and Lyra Health
• Financial wellness tools including Vault
• Continuing Education allowance and CE PTO
• WOOF University – extensive virtual CE opportunities
• Leadership development and coaching opportunities
• Opportunities to participate in Clinical Studies programs

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Location:

2917 Old U.S. 231, Lafayette, IN 47909

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!

The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)

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