Veterinary Technician Supervisor

VCA Animal Hospitals; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

VCA Animal Hospitals is seeking a Veterinary Technician Supervisor at their Rotherwood Animal Hospital in Newton, MA. This full-time role involves leading a dedicated team while providing high-quality care to pets and their owners. Join a supportive environment that values education and elevates the veterinary profession. Benefit from a competitive salary, extensive professional development opportunities, and a commitment to inclusivity and equity.

Benefits

CE allowance

Tuition support

Vet Tech license reimbursement

Free wellness subscriptions

Referral bonuses

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Generous pet care discounts

Paid parental leave

401(k)

Paid vacation and sick time

Qualifications

• Credentialed Veterinary Technician with CVT/RVT/LVT credentials.
• Experience in team leadership and mentoring.
• Passion for client education and patient care.

Responsibilities

• Direct work flow and ensure quality care delivery.
• Assist in educational and professional development of technicians.
• Manage scheduling and staffing needs.

Skills

Client communication

Patient assessment

Anesthesia monitoring

Surgical preparation

Dentistry

Laboratory work

Venipuncture

Catheter placement

Pharmacy

Patient recovery

Education

Credentialed Veterinary Technician

Job description

Seeking a Veterinary Technician Supervisor!

Do you want to love your career and cultivate that same passion in others?VCA Rotherwood Animal Hospital is seeking a talented Credentialed Veterinary Technician to join and lead as a Technician Supervisor full time.

VCA Rotherwood Animal Hospital has been fortunate to work with pets and their people in the Newton community, for more than 45 years. This longevity has allowed us to develop lasting client relationships that span generations, of people and pets both! We are a three doctor, small animal practice that believes in the importance of dedicated client and patient care. We have a strong focus on preventative medicine, and strive to collaborate with pet parents to improve medical outcomes for our patients. We believe in hands-on training and in-house employee development and we are eager to welcome a like-minded individual!

Why join The VCA Rotherwood Family?

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. Below are some of the many benefits of joining the VCA team!

• Access to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary community
• Leadership opportunities
• Career development programs
• Opportunities to give back through strong shelter partnerships and VCA Charities
• CE allowance
• Tuition support and sponsorships
• Vet Tech license reimbursement
• Free wellness subscriptions (Head Space)
• Referral bonuses
• Competitive wage
• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• Generous pet care discounts
• Life, long and short term disability insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Paid vacation and sick time
• 401(k)

Why We Want You!

As a member of the VCA team, you will support the entire team by creating a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients. Your mission will be to win the confidence of every pet parent—by delivering an outstanding client experience—so we can provide exceptional care to every patient. You’ve worked hard for your credentials (CVT, RVT, LVT) and we want you to use the knowledge that you’ve invested your time and talent in. The skills that you will be utilizing include, but are not limited to:

• Physical examinations and patient assessment
• Client communication and education
• Anesthesia monitoring
• Surgical preparation and assisting
• Dentistry
• Radiology
• Laboratory work
• Venipuncture
• Catheter placement
• Pharmacy
• Patient recovery

In the supervisor role, your responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• Directing work flow on the floor
• Assist in the educational development of technicians and their skills
• Help with the interview process for potential new hires
• Technician scheduling
• Assist in staffing and coverage where needed
• Assist in basic protocol and standard procedure training
• Provide opportunities for staff to gain more firsthand experience
• Mentoring technicians within the department
• Working with department doctors to develop protocols to improve the service
• Ensure that VCA polices, guidelines, and recommendations are implemented by all members of the technical staff

This position is a working supervisory position, which is responsible for the leadership and the supervision of our technical staff. Ready to grow with a collaborative and supportive team? Apply now! We look forward to getting to know you!

If you are a current associate, you need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.

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.