Job Description
*Veterinary Technician Supervisor* – VCA Contra Costa Animal Hospital
*VCA Contra Costa Animal Hospital *in Moraga, CA is seeking an experienced veterinary professional to join our leadership team as a *Veterinary Technician Supervisor*!
*Location:* VCA Contra Costa Animal Hospital
1025 Country Club Dr, Moraga, CA 94556
Near Concord, Walnut Creek, and Berkeley
*Why Join the VCA Family?*
We are passionate about supporting veterinary technicians and assistants. We are committed to your continuing education and personal career development.
VCA is a community of dedicated professionals that will encourage you to explore everything a veterinary technician or assistant career has to offer.
We 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 team!
*Benefits include:*
* 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
* Continuing education allowance
* Tuition support and sponsorships
* Veterinary Technician license reimbursement
* Free mental health and wellness subscriptions (Head Space)
* Referral bonuses
* Competitive wage
* Medical, dental & vision insurance
* Generous pet care discounts
* Life, long and short term disability insurance
* Paid parental leave
* Paid vacation and sick time
* 401(k)
* Full-time and Part-time positions available
*What You’ll Do*
The Veterinary Technician Supervisor role will allow you to take the skills and experience you’ve gained over the years in this profession and put them to great use in our hospital.
This is a working supervisory position responsible for the leadership and development of the patient care team. Technical skills that you will be utilizing include:
* Physical examinations and patient assessment
* Anesthesia monitoring
* Surgical preparation and assisting
* Dentistry
* Radiology
* Laboratory work
* Venipuncture
* Catheter placement
* Pharmacy
* Patient recovery
* Compassionate care of our hospitalized animals
Supervisory duties will include:
* Team training, development and support
* Implementing department policies and procedure
* Scheduling staff and conducting team meetings
* Accurately handling and recording controlled drugs
* Record keeping
* Marketing
* Facility maintenance
As Technician Supervisor, you will be committed to maintaining a healthy work environment where all employees are elevated, empowered and enjoy what we do.
VCA Animal Hospitals offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including Medical/Dental/Vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, pet care discounts, paid vacation, holidays and sick days, health and well-being programs that provide resources and training. Compensation is negotiable based on education, experience, and other relevant credentials. The pay range for this position is $28 to $34/ hour
Check out our website: *https://vcahospitals.com/contra-costa*
Ready to grow with a collaborative and supportive team? *Apply now!*
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $28.00 – $34.00 per hour
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Continuing education credits
* Dental insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Employee discount
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* License reimbursement
* Life insurance
* Paid parental leave
* Paid time off
* Parental leave
* Professional development assistance
* Referral program
* Retirement plan
* Uniform allowance
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* 5×8
* 8 hour shift
* Weekends as needed
Application Question(s):
* What is the best way to contact you? Text? Phone? Email? If you did not list an email, may we have an email address?
* Have you graduated or will you be graduating from a RVT school? If so, will you be able to take the VTNE within 6 months of being hired, or are you currently an RVT? If you are an RVT, please provide your RVT certificate number.
Education:
* Associate (Preferred)
Experience:
* Veterinary technician: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
* Veterinary Technician Certification (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
* Moraga, CA 94556 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
* Moraga, CA 94556: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person