Veterinary Technician Supervisor - Emergency & ICU

EVG Specialty Network; Washington (Washington County); On-site; USD 51,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision

HSA/FSA

PTO & CE

Life insurance

401k with match

Metro discounts

Pet care discounts

Uniform allowance

Advanced tools access

Job summary

Friendship Hospital for Animals in Washington, DC seeks a credentialed veterinary technician supervisor to lead our Emergency and ICU teams. This hands-on clinical leadership role is ideal for someone ready to advance their career, with a focus on patient care and team development.

You will mentor technicians and assistants, collaborate with veterinarians and hospital leadership, and help implement best practices across departments. Four 10-hour shifts weekly, with AM and PM coverage.

Qualifications

• Credentialed veterinary technician (LVT, CVT, RVT) or eligibility to obtain licensure in any state.
• At least 3 years of experience in emergency and critical care veterinary medicine.
• At least 1 year of leadership experience in a related role.
• ECC specialty training/VTS highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and support veterinary technicians and assistants in Emergency and ICU.
• Collaborate with veterinarians and hospital leadership to promote excellence and learning.
• Implement and uphold established protocols and best practices across departments.

Skills

Leadership

Emergency care

Team collaboration

Education

LVT/CVT/RVT credential

Job description

$5000 SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE

Friendship Hospital for Animals , a premier AAHA-accredited facility located in Washington, D.C., is seeking a credentialed veterinary technician supervisor to lead our Emergency and ICU teams. This is a hands‑on clinical leadership role ideal for someone ready to take the next step in their career. If you’re passionate about emergency medicine and eager to grow your leadership skills in a diverse, fast-paced, and collaborative environment, we’d love to connect with you. Join us in making a meaningful impact—both on patient care and team development.

About the role:

We are seeking a credentialed veterinary technician for a dynamic clinical leadership role in our Emergency and ICU departments. The ideal candidate is passionate about emergency medicine and committed to cultivating that same enthusiasm within their team. From the clinical floor, you will lead, mentor, and support veterinary technicians and assistants, working in close collaboration with veterinarians and hospital leadership to promote a culture of excellence, continuous learning, and top-tier patient care. You will also play an active role in inter‑departmental meetings, helping to enhance hospital operations while ensuring compliance with established protocols and best practices.

Schedule:

This is a full time position. Four 10‑hour shifts per week Wednesday - Saturday. Looking for AM and PM shift coverage.

What’s in it for you?

• $5000 SIGN ON BONUS FOR QUALIFIED CANDIDATES
• Competitive compensation
• Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA/FSA
• Generous PTO and CE allowance
• Life insurance
• 401k with match
• Metro discounts with easy access to public transportation
• Pet care discounts and uniform allowance
• Access to advanced tools (MRI, CT, ventilator, ICU, dialysis)
• A welcoming, inclusive culture that values learning, kindness, and teamwork

Qualifications

• Credentialed veterinary technician (LVT, CVT, RVT) or eligibility to obtain licensure in any state required.
• At least 3 years of experience in emergency and critical care veterinary medicine.
• At least 1 year of leadership experience in a related role.
• ECC specialty training/VTS highly preferred

We’re exclusively seeking veterinary professionals who embrace a nurturing, cooperative, and ethical environment, where genuine individuals come together to share knowledge, uplift one another, grow, and do their best work – while having fun along the way.

Friendship Hospital for Animals is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

US Pay Range

$37—$42 USD