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VCA Animal Hospitals Veterinary Technician Supervisor in Latham, New York
Seeking a Vet Tech Supervisor!
How does being excited to go to work every day again sound to you? What about feeling appreciated as a valued member of a skilled team with a vision for the future of your career? At VCA Shaker Animal Hospital we are seeking a fulltime Licensed Veterinary Technician to join and lead our unique and growing team. Culture is really important to us because we value each person individually. There’s something special about you and we are excited to learn more!
About Us
VCA Shaker Animal Hospital is a busy 5 + doctor practice offering general practice, advanced dental services, orthopedic surgery, rehabilitation, acupuncture and radiology. As an LVT on our team you will work with other talented and engaged LVTs and form strong trusting relationships with the veterinarians and other support staff. Our leadership is here to help our hospital flourish so you can provide exceptional care to every patient, deliver an outstanding client experience and nurture a supportive work environment for all.
Why We Want You
You’ve worked hard for your credentials (CVT, RVT, LVT) and we want you to use the knowledge that you’ve invested your time and talent in. Tell us all about what makes you love being an LVT. Former staff eligible for rehire are encouraged to apply. Send us a cover letter and resume.
The skills that you will be utilizing include, but are not limited to:
Physical examinations and patient assessment
Anesthesia monitoring
Surgical preparation and assisting
Dentistry
Radiology
Laboratory work
Venipuncture
Catheter placement
Pharmacy
Patient recovery
Compassionate care of our hospitalized animals
In the supervisor role, your responsibilities will include but not be limited to:
Directing work flow on the floor
Assists in the educational development of technicians and their skills
Help with the interview process for potential new hires
Technician Scheduling
Assists in staffing and coverage where needed
Assists in basic protocol and standard procedure training
Provide opportunities for staff to gain more firsthand experience
Mentoring technicians within the department
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 VCA?
We are passionate about supporting LVTs and are committed to your personal career development. We create and support an inclusive work environment where you can focus on your career, your happiness, and the patients you serve.
Below are some of the many benefits of joining the VCA 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
License reimbursement
Free wellness subscriptions (Head Space)
Referral bonuses
Competitive wages
Medical, dental & vision insurance
Life, long and short term disability insurance
Paid parental leave
Paid vacation and sick time
401(k)
The salary range for this position is $26-$29 / hour based on experience
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