Veterinary Technician Supervisor - Internal Medicine

Description

ACCESS Los Angeles is seeking an Internal Medicine Supervisor to join our growing team!

Total Bonus Opportunity for Registered Veterinary Technicians: $10,000!

This position is eligible for:

• $5,000 Sign‑On Bonus
• $2,500 retention bonus at 12 months
• $2,500 retention bonus at 24 months (subject to eligibility and bonus agreement terms)

• The Internal Medicine Technician Supervisor serves as the primary liaison for the Internal Medicine Department, ensuring smooth daily operations and high‑quality patient care. This role will be on the clinical floor in the department and responsible for addressing technical inquiries, resolving operational concerns, and supporting the Department Manager by overseeing the technical team.
• Key responsibilities include supervising and mentoring technical staff, coordinating with doctors to optimize workflow, and making sure the department is well‑equipped and organized. The Supervisor will coordinate training opportunities, collaborate with the team to maintain accurate inventory of medications and supplies, and oversee the cleaning and maintenance requests of specialized equipment such as endoscopes, ultrasound machines, and tools used in Interventional Radiology.

Understanding business, solving problems, and making decisions through inclusive contributions of others.

• Being on the clinical floor within the department to act as a liaison between the team and Department Manager by promptly reporting any patient or doctor‑related concerns to ensure a timely resolution.
• Assign daily responsibilities and case support based on doctor rounds and departmental needs.
• Re‑assign technical staff during slower periods or when doctors are unavailable to maintain productivity.
• Ensure team is providing daily cleaning to maintain treatment area and equipment to hygienic standards.

Interpersonal aspect of leading with Emotional Intelligence (EQ), effective use of influence, working together constructively and creatively.

• Inspire the department’s technical staff to ensure high‑quality performance and efficient workflow aligned with departmental and hospital‑wide goals.
• Participate in weekly meetings with the Department Manager to review and strategize in streamlining departmental performance and improving workplace culture.
• Provide support to ACCESS to promote hospital‑wide success.

The art of bringing people together to leverage their skills, talents, and knowledge to achieve a common purpose with greater results.

• Partner with the Department Manager to identify training needs and coordinate skill development opportunities for technical staff.
• Ensure team members are proficient in technical procedures relevant to Internal Medicine.
• Participate with onboarding of new team members.

In addition to ACA 3 veterinary skill set, the candidate will have:

• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 30 lbs
• Strong focus on cleanliness and thoroughness in all tasks
• Ability to direct a team to promote efficiency and quality care
• Willingness to respond positively to requests from staff and work effectively with others
• Availability weekends as required
• Ability to multi‑task and work on several different projects simultaneously
• Great work ethic and thrives in a fast‑paced environment
• Self‑starter who is able to work with and without direct supervision

Minimum five years’ experience in the veterinary field.

ACA 3 or higher, RVT preferred.

• Paid time off including 8 weeks of full‑pay parental leave, bereavement to grieve both humans and pets, and time off for new pet adoptions
• Top quality medical, dental, and vision insurance plus health savings account and flexible spending account
• Pet perks including free exams, discounts on products and services, and more at all Thrive Pet Healthcare locations
• Generously subsidized backup and ongoing care support for children, adults, and pets
• Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions
• 401(k) with employer contribution and no waiting period
• Tenure‑based incentive program and performance bonuses
• Continuing education and development support through our library of free CE courses and paid time off to complete
• Scholarship opportunities and student loan support program

And so much more!

Compensation
: $22 – $40/hr, depending upon experience/skills

At Thrive Pet Healthcare, we celebrate and embrace the uniqueness and diversity of all of our team members, pet parents, and pets. We strive to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture where all team members belong and feel empowered.