Assistant Supervisor Technician

Evolution Veterinary Specialists•Lakewood, CO

45d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Supervisor Technician serves as a key leadership member within their assigned department, working closely with the department Supervisor to support excellent patient care, efficient daily operations, and a strong team culture. This role provides leadership and support to the technicians within their assigned service and helps oversee the department's Leads. The position combines the clinical responsibilities and mentorship of a Lead Technician with additional operational and supervisory responsibilities. When the department Supervisor is unavailable, the Assistant Supervisor Technician will assume delegated supervisory responsibilities and help ensure the department continues to operate smoothly, safely, and efficiently. This position is designed for an experienced technician who is ready to take the next step in their leadership career, develop advanced management skills, and potentially grow into a future Supervisor role.

Requirements

Current RVT License and Registration with DORA
Demonstrated experience in a veterinary clinical setting
Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced specialty and emergency environment
Demonstrated ability to mentor, support, and lead other team members

Nice To Haves

AS/BS/BA in Veterinary Technology or related field
Minimum of 5 years of experience as an RVT, preferably in a specialty or emergency setting
Previous leadership, mentorship, or supervisory experience
Experience working in multiple areas of veterinary medicine
BLS/ALS CPR certification
Experience with employee training, onboarding, or competency development
Experience with scheduling, departmental operations, or team management
Experience monitoring departmental metrics or implementing process improvements

Responsibilities

Lead and support technicians within your assigned department
Provide clinical guidance, mentorship, and support to technicians and department Leads
Maintain high standards of patient care, safety, and clinical excellence
Assist with complex cases and procedures within your area of expertise
Help ensure department protocols, workflows, and clinical standards are consistently followed
Support the development and competency progression of technicians
Serve as a clinical resource and leadership presence for the department
Assist the Supervisor and Leads with day-to-day clinical and operational needs
Help run the daily operations of the assigned department
Assume delegated supervisory responsibilities when the department Supervisor is unavailable
Build and adjust staffing assignments and coverage based on departmental needs
Monitor attendance, punctuality, call-outs, and staffing gaps
Help coordinate coverage and proactively identify staffing concerns
Support the department Leads and provide guidance when operational issues arise
Hold team members accountable to departmental expectations and established standards
Address interpersonal and team conflicts and escalate concerns appropriately
Participate in employee performance feedback and development conversations
Participate in interviewing and hiring for departmental positions
Assist with onboarding and competency progression for new team members
Track required training, competencies, certifications, and compliance requirements
Help develop, update, communicate, and enforce departmental SOPs
Monitor departmental metrics and KPIs
Identify recurring operational challenges and work with leadership to implement solutions
Make appropriate operational decisions within delegated authority without waiting for supervisor approval
Communicate departmental needs, concerns, and successes to the Supervisor and hospital leadership
Act as a consistent leadership presence and resource for the department
Serve as the department Supervisor's second-in-command
Support and help develop the department's Lead Technicians
Develop advanced leadership, communication, and operational management skills
Work closely with the Supervisor to learn department-level management
Take ownership of assigned projects and departmental initiatives
Help foster a positive, accountable, collaborative team culture
Develop the skills and experience necessary to eventually step into a Supervisor role