Veterinary Nursing Manager- Ralph Ave / Brooklyn, NYC

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)•New York, NY

6h•$80,000 - $105,000•Onsite

About The Position

VEG was founded in 2014 with a mission to assist people and their pets during critical times by challenging the status quo in emergency veterinary care. VEG has grown to operate 24/7 hospitals nationwide, offering an improved emergency experience for pets, their owners, and its employees. The company emphasizes a positive and supportive work environment with opportunities for learning and career advancement. VEG is recognized as a Great Place to Work® for 2025 and 2026.

Requirements

Credentialed as a Veterinary Technician (CVT, RVT, LVT, LVMT) in the state the VEG practice is located is required
5+ years in a clinical veterinary nursing role, emergency-specific experience preferred
2+ years of leadership experience
Excellent communication and people skills
Must be willing to work in a noisy environment with strong or unpleasant odors
Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays on a rotating or as needed basis based on hospital needs
Work well in a fast-paced environment with people from all backgrounds and different personality types

Nice To Haves

A.S. or B.S. from an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program is strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day flow for nursing team, ensuring they have the tools and support they need to shine
Oversee scheduling, payroll, productivity, hiring, onboarding and offboarding
Address patient care issues and team dynamics with empathy and clarity
Partner with fellow hospital leadership and shift leads to align on goals and hospital flow
Use doctor feedback to guide team development and maintain medical excellence
Lead with VEG values—especially openness, togetherness, and heroic helping
Champion a culture of learning with in-house training, mentorship, and development pathways
Ensure licensure, performance standards, and education programs are upheld across the team
Drive meaningful 1:1s, check-ins, and student mentorship that fuel long-term career growth

Benefits

Competitive compensation, including base and 401K match ($80,000 - $105,000 annually with bonus potential)
Comprehensive health and wellness benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, QPR training, and access to free therapy or counseling
Eligibility for equity after one year of full time, active employment
Learning and growth opportunities, including VEG-created clinical and leadership programs
Unlimited ER CE + travel stipend ($2,500/year for full-time credentialed VEGgies, $1,000/year for full-time uncredentialed VEGgies)
Clinical student loan repayment
Paid parental leave; up to 10 weeks at 100% of regular salary and inclusive fertility and family-building care
Flexible work schedules
Generous referral reward program
Comfy scrubs, cool VEG swag, and food in the fridge