What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Technician Supervisor position at VCA Animal Hospitals?
Credentialed Veterinary Technician Supervisor Opportunity!
At VCA Veterinary Specialists of Northern Colorado (VSNC) we are seeking a highly experienced Credentialed Veterinary Technician to join our leadership team as Technician Supervisor. We are a well-established and growing specialty referral hospital serving communities in Colorado, Nebraska, Wyoming, and Kansas since 2000. We pride ourselves in offering the highest quality medicine, meticulous patient care, and compassionate, client-centered customer service at all times – day and night. VSNC is fully equipped to receive any small animal veterinary patient needing emergency care, surgery, neurology, internal medicine, and physical rehabilitation services.
In addition to joining an incredible team at VCA VSNC, our location at the foot of the Rocky Mountains is ideal. Camping, skiing, hiking, snow-shoeing, mountain biking, boating, and almost every outdoor activity you can think of is available close to your doorstep. Outdoor activities not your forte? We still have you covered! Denver is less than an hour away with world-class museums, nationally known sports venues, and easy access to the Denver International Airport. Whatever your interests are outside of work, you can find and enjoy them in Northern Colorado!
Looking for a self-motivated individual with a strong work ethic to lead our team in training and career progression. Schedule flexibility is preferred.
AAHA accredited.
Our hospital is open 24/7 for emergency and critical care services with specialty services offers 9:00am-4:00pm Monday through Friday.
Salary $26.00-$30.00/hour, depending on licensing and experience.
The successful candidate will be a believer in the possibilities of high-quality veterinary medicine and patient care—with the expertise and technical know-how to make them happen.
Why We Need You
We want you to take the skills and experience you’ve gained over your years in this profession and put them to great use in our hospital. This working supervisory position is responsible for the leadership of the Veterinary Technician Staff. The veterinary technician skills that you will be utilizing in this role include, but are not limited to:
Patient Restraint and History Taking
Anesthesia and Sedation Monitoring
Surgical Preparation and Assisting
Radiology
Laboratory Work
Venipuncture and IVC Placement
Pharmacy
Patient Recovery and Monitoring
In addition to all Veterinary Technician responsibilities, duties will include, but are not limited to:
Directing outpatient and inpatient workflow through the hospital
Assisting in the educational development, mentorship, and training of technicians
Work in conjunction with the HM and MD on recruiting and onboarding of new associates
Maintaining the VA/VT schedule and ensure that it is published regularly
Assists in staffing and hospital coverage, where needed
Coordinate with HM, MD, and RTD on wet labs, monthly skills focuses, and CE opportunities to promote skill development amongst the staff
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.
Why You Should Consider Us
At VCA, your passion for medicine and compassion for pets and people is matched with a commitment to your professional growth.
• You will enjoy exposure to a diverse and stimulating caseload, employ the most advanced imaging and monitoring tools, and tap into the expertise of more than 4,500 doctors, including 600 boarded specialists.
• You will sharpen your skills—and even learn some new techniques—and explore career options only VCA can offer, such as continuing education, transfer, specialization, and leadership opportunities.
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
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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
Salary : $26 - $30
