Progressive Care Ward Veterinary Technician Supervisor

University of Florida•Gainesville, FL

11h•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Florida’s Small Animal Hospital is seeking a high-level Veterinary Technician for a Progressive Care Ward Supervisor role. This position is for a "Floor-First Leader" who excels in mentoring staff bedside, mastering advanced clinical cases, and advocating for patients and nursing teams. The ideal candidate believes in "Just Culture," clinical excellence, and leading by example, and will join the ICU leadership team. The role offers true mentorship, clinical mastery with advanced nursing and ECC protocols, and the opportunity to partner with the ECC Director to build a world-class, positive, and accountable work environment. The mission involves overseeing the specialist Progressive Care Ward and Critical Isolation area, ensuring "Gold Standard" care daily.

Requirements

Credentialed veterinary technician
Four years of experience in veterinary emergency medicine
Ability to lift a minimum of 40 lbs
Ability to bend, kneel, pull, push, twist and stand for an extended period of time
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Nice To Haves

"Floor-first" leadership mentality
Mastery of advanced veterinary nursing skills, medical terminology, and anatomy, specifically within Progressive Care, ICU, or Emergency specialty services
Ability to operate hospital management software and administrative systems (e.g., Instinct, Cornerstone, PeopleSoft)
Intermediate to advanced skills in the Microsoft Office Suite
Direct experience in staff mentorship, clinical training, conducting performance appraisals, and conflict resolution using "Just Culture" principles
A proven track record of independent decision-making and the ability to apply complex problem-solving strategies in a fast-paced clinical environment
Comprehensive knowledge of the equipment, materials, and stringent infection control protocols (Isolation) required for a specialist ward
Demonstrated ability to manage ward supplies and personnel hours effectively to ensure departmental efficiency without direct budget oversight

Responsibilities

Lead from the front as a Floor-First Leader
Mentor staff bedside
Master advanced clinical cases
Advocate for patients and nursing teams
Shape the next generation of techs, students, and residents
Stay hands-on with advanced nursing and cutting-edge ECC protocols
Partner directly with the ECC Director to build a world-class, positive, and accountable work environment
Oversee the specialist Progressive Care Ward and Critical Isolation area
Ensure "Gold Standard" care is a daily reality