Veterinary Technician Supervisor

Company: VCA
Location: East Providence
Posted on: January 24, 2023

Job Description:

Join The VCA Povar Animal Hospital Team!Do you want to grow as a leader through the guidance of mentors rather than managers? Do you want to love your career and cultivate that same passion in others? VCA Povar is seeking a talented Veterinary Technician to join and lead as a Technician Supervisor full time. Our full service, AAHA accredited hospital has served the local Rhode Island and Massachusetts communities for several decades and are committed to cultivating and maintaining the human/animal bond as a cornerstone of our patient care. 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 Povar Family?We are passionate about supporting Veterinary Technicians and are committed to your continuing education and personal career development. We are dedicated professionals that will encourage you to explore everything a Veterinary Technician career has to offer. Our team members are committed to equity, inclusion, and diversity, and strive to be a place where a talented mix of people want to come, stay, and do their best work. We support a 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 Adirondack team!Access to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary communityLeadership opportunitiesCareer development programsOpportunities to give back through strong Shelter partnerships and VCA CharitiesContinuing education allowanceTuition support and sponsorshipsVeterinary Technician license reimbursementFree mental health and wellness subscriptions (Head Space)Referral bonusesCompetitive wageMedical, dental & vision insuranceGenerous petcare discountsLife, long and short term disability insurancePaid parental leavePaid vacation and sick time401(k)Full-time and Part-time positions availableWhy We Want You!As a member of the VCA Povar team, you will support Technician and Doctor teams by creating a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients. Your mission will be to win the confidence of every pet parent-by delivering an outstanding client experience-so we can provide exceptional care to every patient. You've worked hard for your credentials (CVT, RVT, LVT) and we want you to use the knowledge that you've invested your time and talent in. The skills that you will be utilizing include, but are not limited to:Physical examinations and patient assessmentAnesthesia monitoringSurgical preparation and assistingDentistryRadiologyLaboratory workVenipunctureCatheter placementPharmacyPatient recoveryCompassionate care of our hospitalized animalsIn the supervisor role, your responsibilities will include but not be limited to:Directing work flow on the floorAssists in the educational development of technicians and their skillsHelp with the interview process for potential new hiresTechnician SchedulingAssists in staffing and coverage where neededAssists in basic protocol and standard procedure trainingProvide opportunities for staff to gain more firsthand experienceMentoring technicians within the departmentWorking with department doctors to develop protocols to improve the serviceEnsure that VCA polices, guidelines, and recommendations are implemented by all members of the technical staff.The pay range for this position is $21 - $24 / hour.Ready to grow with a collaborative and supportive team? Apply now! We look forward to getting to know you!If you are a current associate, you need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Career worklet on the landing page or search for Find Jobs.Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at

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