Veterinary Technician Shift Supervisor
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Job Location:
Wilder, KY - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
This is a working supervisory position responsible for the leadership of the technician and assistant medical team under the mentorship of the Lead Veterinary Technician and Practice Manager. Along with standard job duties of a veterinary technician this position will also include the following duties:
Leadership & Team Management
- Supervise and support veterinary technicians assistants and kennel staff during shifts.
- Assign and prioritize daily tasks ensuring proper coverage in all hospital areas.
- Serve as the point of contact for shift-related questions issues and emergencies.
- Promote a positive collaborative and professional work environment.
- Assist in scheduling training and performance feedback as directed by management.
Clinical & Technical Duties
- Perform all standard veterinary technician duties including but not limited to:
- Patient restraint sample collection anesthesia monitoring and surgical prep.
- Dental cleanings radiology laboratory tests and nursing care.
- Administer medications fluids and treatments as prescribed.
- Ensure all patients receive quality compassionate and timely care.
- Monitor patient flow and assist with triage and prioritization of cases.
Hospital Operations
- Oversee shift transitions and ensure accurate patient hand-offs and documentation.
- Maintain inventory levels and communicate supply needs to management.
- Ensure adherence to hospital protocols OSHA standards and safety procedures.
- Assist with implementing new protocols training materials and workflow improvements.
- Support client service standards by assisting with communication and education as needed.
Administrative & Communication
- Participate in shift lead meetings and contribute to operational improvement discussions.
- Document incidents maintenance issues or staff concerns for management review.
- Maintain accurate medical records and ensure proper data entry.
Qualifications :
Were Looking For:
- A Veterinary Technician with 3 years veterinary experience.
- A licensed veterinary technician would be preferred.
- Strong leadership communication and motivational skills.
- A team player that works well with all team members to ensure that their actions support the hospital the doctors and the practice philosophy.
- Has the ability to direct guide and assist a group of individuals as well as a desire to teach others to create a well-rounded team.
- Comprehensive knowledge of veterinary procedures and hospital operations
- Knowledge of spelling and meaning of commonly used veterinary terminology (e.g. terms of anatomy physiology diseases tests etc.) to accurately enter specific information into patient records.
- Expertise in safe and low-stress animal restraint techniques.
- Proficiency in various sample collection methods including blood urine fecal and skin specimens.
- Experience in radiographic positioning and image capture.
- Experience in anesthesia administration and surgical monitoring.
- A self-starter with the desire to continue to advance ones knowledge and skillset.
- Ability to show unbiased judgment when managing people and make fair and just recommendations regarding personnel issues and/or disciplinary action.
- Ability to receive constructive feedback in a professional manner to maintain hospital efficiency.
- Exceptional customer service skills and ability to communicate precisely.
- A high work ethic and positive attitude team member.
- Highly organized and possess computer skills.
- Commitment to professional ethics and continuous learning.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with exposure to animal-related hazards.
The ideal candidate will possess a combination of technical expertise and unwavering commitment to animal welfare in a dynamic veterinary setting.
Additional Information :
Pay Range: $22 - $27/hr. depending on level of experience
We offer our staff:
- Comprehensive Benefits (health dental vision liability 401k & 401K matching program life & supplemental insurance HSA & FSA)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
- Paid Bereavement Program
- Paid Parental Leave Program
- Competitive Compensation
- Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
- Tuition Assistance Program
- Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster
- Career Development Opportunities
- Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
- Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts Holiday Pay Uniform Allowance Bonuses etc.)
Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.
*Note some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.
For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement texting/outreach communication authorization physical requirements of the job and more please visit: Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Key Skills
- Veterinary Experience
- Animal Care
- Communication skills
- Veterinary Assistant
- Veterinary Technician Experience
- Vital Signs Experience
- Animal Handling
- Animal Restraint
- Experience Administering Injections
- Catheterization
- Medication Administration
- Venipuncture Experience
About Company
Alliance Animal Health was founded in 2017 based on the need for a new service model in the veterinary industry. The approach was to create a true partnership model that would help veterinarians by removing the stress of managing the business side of the practice and giving them the b ... View more
