Veterinary Nursing Supervisor - Albuquerque, NM

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)•Albuquerque, NM

About The Position

VEG is a veterinary emergency company with hospitals nationwide that operate 24/7, 365 days a year. The Veterinary Nursing Supervisor empowers Credentialed Veterinary Technicians and Veterinary Assistants to deliver high-quality emergency care while developing their skills, confidence, and sense of community. The role supports team morale and workplace culture, addresses challenging conversations with empathy, and works in a fast-paced environment. The supervisor partners with hospital leadership to support team performance and hospital operations, maintains nursing schedules and coverage, and helps ensure the hospital’s customer-centered care approach. VEG describes its culture as focused on learning, mentorship, inclusion, and helping people and their pets when they need it most.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience in a clinical veterinary nursing or technician role.
A focus on developing leadership skills.
Ability to stand for prolonged periods, kneel, and work on the floor.
Ability to lift up to 25 kg independently and support up to 40 kg with assistance.
Willingness 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, depending on hospital needs.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with people from varied backgrounds and personality types.

Responsibilities

Coach and mentor credentialed veterinary technicians and assistants, providing feedback and structure to support their development.
Address team issues clearly and with care while protecting patients and the team.
Collaborate with hospital leadership on performance, feedback, recognition, and planning.
Help design and maintain hospital flow in accordance with VEG’s customer-centered approach.
Address customer concerns in real time and partner with leadership on lasting solutions.
Support people and pets throughout their hospital visit.
Manage the nursing schedule, PTO requests, and daily coverage needs.
Guide team utilization to meet operational needs and individual development goals.
Lead team huddles and meetings to keep staff aligned and inspired.
Collaborate with the leadership team to support smooth, efficient hospital operations.

Benefits

Competitive compensation, including a 401(k) match.
Comprehensive health and wellness benefits starting on day one, including QPR training and access to free therapy or counseling.
Possible equity eligibility after one year of full-time, active employment, based on role.
VEG-created clinical and leadership learning programs and unlimited emergency medicine continuing education, with a travel stipend.
Annual travel stipend of $2,500 for full-time credentialed employees and $1,000 for full-time uncredentialed employees.
Clinical student loan repayment.
Paid parental leave of up to 12 weeks at 100% of regular salary, with fertility and family-building care.
Flexible work schedules.
Employee referral program.
Comfy scrubs, VEG merchandise, and food in the fridge.