VCA Animal Hospitals • Madison, WI 53786
Job #2808860423
Veterinary Technician Supervisor - Emergency & Critical Care Service
Are you a dedicated Certified Veterinary Technician passionate about Emergency & Critical Care? Are you ready to take the next step in your career by leading a dynamic team? VCA Veterinary Emergency Service & Veterinary Specialty Center in Madison, WI , is expanding its leadership team and is seeking a Veterinary Technician Supervisor to oversee our Emergency & Critical Care Service.
Why Join Our Team?
As a Technician Supervisor, you will play a vital role in advancing high-quality veterinary medicine and patient care. You'll lead by example, mentoring and supporting a talented team of technicians and assistants while fostering a collaborative, empowering work environment. Partnering with our Medical Director, Hospital Manager, and SpecialityTechnical Supervisor, you'll help ensure the hospital operates efficiently, with a focus on excellence in both patient and client care.
This is a working supervisory position where you'll combine leadership duties with hands-on technical responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities
In addition to performing all Veterinary Technician responsibilities, your duties will include:
Leadership & Mentorship:
Mentor and support Emergency & Critical Care (ECC) technical staff, including Certified Veterinary Technicians (CVTs) and Veterinary Assistants (VAs).
Assist in onboarding, training, and continuing education.
Foster a positive, inclusive workplace culture focused on teamwork and growth.
Staffing & Scheduling:
Participate in hiring and interviewing processes.
Create and manage staff schedules.
Approve/deny vacation requests and track staff absences.
Performance & Policy Management:
Conduct regular one-on-one meetings and address staff concerns.
Monitor adherence to hospital policies and provide performance feedback, including disciplinary actions in collaboration with HR.
Manage time sheets and process pay adjustments, bonuses, and differentials.
Operational Excellence:
Collaborate with Technical Supervisor and ECC Leads on hospital safety inspections, monthly reporting, and documentation.
Assist with training initiatives and support staff meetings.
What We're Looking For
We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated leader who is committed to creating a thriving work environment where employees feel valued and empowered.
Qualifications:
Licensed Veterinary Technician (CVT, LVT, or RVT).
3+ years of clinical experience in veterinary medicine, with a focus on Emergency & Critical Care preferred.
Proven team leadership experience.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Passion for veterinary medicine and elevating team performance.
Schedule
This is a full-time position with a 4 x 10-hour shift schedule. Day or Swing availability required.
Benefits of J oining Our 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 mental wellness subscriptions (Head Space)
Referral bonuses
Competitive wage
Medical, dental & vision insurance
Life, long and short-term disability insurance included
Paid parental leave
Pet care discount (40-100%)
Paid vacation and sick time
401(k) with corporate match
Ready to join our leadership team? Apply today! We look forward to hearing from you soon.
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)
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