Veterinary Technician Supervisor
About The Position
Are you looking to be a part of a team that supports and encourages each other to grow and be the very best version of themselves? Then THIS is the place for you! VCA Ho-Ho-Kus Animal Hospital has an opportunity available for an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our full service Hospital in Ho-Ho-Kus, NJ as a Technician Supervisor. Our team has a shared devotion to providing progressive medicine with compassion as a driving force and we are eager to welcome a like-minded individual! Why Join the VCA Ho-Ho-Kus Family? We are passionate about supporting Technicians and are committed to your personal career development. VCA is a community of dedicated professionals that will encourage you to explore everything a technician career has to offer. 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! The ideal candidate will demonstrate and encourage professionalism in the workplace. They will also be expected to help guide the technical support staff, provide mentorship while helping employees grow within the hospital. Advanced communication skills and the ability to keep their team informed and focused is a must. The successful candidate will share our commitment to delivering the highest quality patient care with exceptional client service. This position is a working supervisory position. We want you to use the skills you have gained over your years in the profession and help you to continue to grow!
Requirements
- Certified veterinary technician (preferred) with a minimum of five years technical experience, and 2 years supervisory/management experience preferred
- Professional demeanor and appearance, excellent interpersonal skills, and a positive, friendly attitude
- Ability to plan, organize, make decisions, and communicate effectively and clearly with fellow team members, clients and doctors.
- Able to handle multiple tasks at once, and deal with high levels of stress in an environment of changing priorities
- Must be able to work full-time hours, flexibility a must, including occasional holidays.
- Strong medical skills
Nice To Haves
- Certified veterinary technician
- Five years technical experience
- Two years supervisory/management experience
Responsibilities
- Directing workflow on the floor
- Help with the interview process for potential new hires
- Technician Scheduling
- Assists in staffing and coverage where needed
- Assists in the educational development of technicians and their skills
- 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.
Benefits
- Signing bonus!
- 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
- Vet Tech license reimbursement
- Free wellness subscriptions (Head Space)
- Referral bonuses
- Competitive wage
- Medical, dental & vision insurance
- Life, long and short-term disability insurance
- Paid parental leave
- Paid vacation and sick time
- 401(k)
- generous employee pet discounts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
