Veterinary Technician Supervisor: Lead & Mentor Team

VCA Animal Hospitals, Inc; Florida; On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

Job summary

VCA Piedmont Animal Hospital is hiring a full-time Certified Veterinary Technician Supervisor with priority given to anesthesia expertise. The role leads on-site operations, mentors technicians, and collaborates with management to improve care quality. Weekend rotation required and compensation ranges per skill and licensure.

Ideal candidates hold CVT/LVT/RVT/LVMT credentials (FL CVT preferred) and have 5+ years of clinical experience with leadership experience and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Credentialed Veterinary Technician with CVT/LVT/RVT/LVMT credentials; FL CVT preferred.
• At least 5+ years of clinical experience.
• Demonstrated team leadership experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct direct workflow on the floor and supervise technicians.
• Foster a positive hospital culture and provide mentorship.
• Collaborate with hospital management and supervisory teams on operations.
• Participate in interviewing and onboarding of new associates.
• Support education and skill development for technicians; lead staff meetings.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical experience

Communication

Anesthesia training

Education

CVT / LVT / RVT / LVMT certification (FL CVT preferred)

Job description

VCA Piedmont Animal Hospital is hiring Certified Veterinary Technician Supervisor to join our General Practice team, full time! Anesthesia trained is our priority.

Are you looking to join a committed team of professionals that have pioneered growth in the veterinary field? Do you want to advance your skills in a supportive environment? Our team has a shared devotion to provide progressive medicine with compassion as a driving force and we are eager to welcome a like-minded individual!

About Us

We are a 3-doctor full service veterinary hospital offering primary care, illness care, surgery and dentistry located in Apopka, FL.

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

VCA Piedmont Animal Hospital we take our mission statement – your pet’s health is our top priority and excellent service is our goal – very seriously. With every opportunity, we aim to exceed each pet owner’s expectations. Our hospital includes modern exam rooms, a well-stocked pharmacy, in-hospital surgery suite, in-house dental suite, digital x-ray including dental radiographs, ultrasound capabilities, and a closely supervised hospitalization area.

As part of our commitment to providing quality care for your pet, we promote education and responsible pet ownership. We work closely with you to help you understand your pet's unique health needs and to develop a preventive plan that best meets those needs. We recognize that providing the highest quality veterinary care includes keeping you, our clients, at the center of all we do.

Compensation: $24 - $27 / hour is based on skill set, experience, and licensure status (CVT, VTS)

Schedule: Full time, Weekend rotation required

Please take a moment to view our brief video on life as a veterinary technician with VCA from a technician’s point of view.

https://vimeo.com/684755121/10c909cbf5

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and mentor veterinary technicians and assistants, ensuring efficient workflow and high-quality patient care.
• Provide hands-on technical support in exam rooms, treatment areas, and surgical suites, with a focus on exotic species.
• Oversee training and continued education for staff on exotic animal handling, diagnostics, and treatment protocols.
• Manage technician scheduling, performance evaluations, and assist with hiring decisions.
• Collaborate with veterinarians and leadership to implement hospital protocols.
• Maintain inventory, medical equipment, and controlled substance logs in accordance with state and federal regulations.
• Support client education and communication, particularly regarding the care and husbandry of exotic pets.
  
  

Qualifications:

• Active CVT license in Florida
• Minimum 3 years of clinical experience, including at least 1 year with exotic animals.
• Prior supervisory or team lead experience strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in anesthesia, radiology, laboratory procedures, and surgical prep/monitoring.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends or holidays as needed.
  
  

Being a Technician Supervisor means you are a believer in the possibilities of high-quality veterinary medicine and patient care—with the expertise and technical know-how to make them happen.

Having mastered the entire range of vet tech skills yourself, you are a role model for the team. You will work alongside our Veterinarians, Hospital Manager, and Assistant Manager to provide mentorship, ensure the hospital runs efficiently and fosters a winning environment.

VCA Total Rewards Benefits Package:

• Access to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary community
• Free NAVTA Membership & RECOVER Training
• Discounts to Fear Free Certification & VetGirl
• Growth & leadership opportunities
• Medical, Dental & Vision
• Career development programs
• Veterinary Technician education tuition support and scholarships
• $750 continuing education funds for credentialed associates
• Veterinary Technician license reimbursement
• Generous hospital discounts and product discounts
• Employer-paid life, long- and short-term disability insurance
• VTS Career Path financial, and mentorship support
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k)
• Free mental health resources and wellness subscriptions (Headspace)
• Referral bonuses
• Infertility benefits
• Competitive wage
• Free access to Plumbs, and education platforms such as Vetfolio
  
  

Why You Should Consider Us

This role is suited for the experienced licensed tech, but we are also excited to provide developmental training to someone that is just getting started and wants to move forward in their career at a hospital that provides an array of opportunities to develop a multitude of skills.

Candidates must be positive and motivated. The hospital team meets frequently, and your ideas and suggestions are encouraged to help us continue to grow. Our team takes pride in fostering an atmosphere of mutual respect and recognition while being adaptable, goal driven and engaged.

We work hard to protect our culture and assure we hire associates that are going to have the determination to rise above obstacles, wear multiple hats and work as a team. Ready to grow with a collaborative and supportive team?

Interested in this opportunity?

Apply!

We look forward to hearing from you.

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

If you are a current associate, you will 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