Lead Licensed Veterinary Technician

Seeking a Vet Tech Supervisor.

VCA Adirondack Animal Hospital is seeking a full time Licensed Veterinary Technician Supervisor to join and lead our vet tech team. We are a 3 doctor, AAHA accredited, newly renovated, full service hospital in beautiful Queensbury, NY. We are proud to have served the greater Glens Falls community for over 40 years and 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 Adirondack 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 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 petcare 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

Why We Want You.

As a member of the VCA Adirondack 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 assessment
Anesthesia monitoring
Surgical preparation and assisting
Dentistry
Radiology
Laboratory work
Venipuncture
Catheter placement
Pharmacy
Patient recovery
Compassionate care of our hospitalized animals

In the supervisor role, your responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

Directing work flow on the floor
Assists in the educational development of technicians and their skills
Help with the interview process for potential new hires
Technician Scheduling
Assists in staffing and coverage where needed
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.

The salary range for this position is $24-$26 / hour depending on experience

Ready to grow with a collaborative and supportive team? Apply now. We look forward to getting to know you.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.00 - $26.00 per hour

Expected hours: 36 per week

Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Schedule:
10 hour shift
12 hour shift
8 hour shift

Experience:
Veterinary leadership: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:
Queensbury, NY 12804 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:
Queensbury, NY 12804: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person