Surgery | Emergency & Critical Care | Internal Medicine

Location: 2965 Edinger Avenue, Tustin, CA 92780
Schedule: Full-Time | Days or Swing Shift
Pay Range: $34.00 - $45.00/hour
About Us

Are you a highly skilled Registered Veterinary Technician who is passionate about leadership, patient care, and helping teams thrive in a fast-paced specialty and emergency environment?

AVSG/VSSOC is growing, and we are excited to add a Veterinary Technician Supervisor to support our Surgery, Emergency/Critical Care, and Internal Medicine departments. This position offers the opportunity to lead a team of talented technicians and assistants while partnering with Board-Certified Specialists, Emergency Veterinarians, and hospital leadership to deliver exceptional patient care and an outstanding employee experience.

This role is ideal for an experienced technician who enjoys mentoring others, building strong teams, solving operational challenges, and leading by example on the hospital floor. As a Veterinary Technician Supervisor, you will oversee a team of approximately 10-15 direct reports, support daily hospital operations, and help ensure our patients, clients, and teams receive the highest level of care and support.
Position Summary

The Veterinary Technician Supervisor is responsible for the daily supervision and development of clinical team members within assigned departments. This position partners closely with the Hospital Manager and department Veterinarians to promote exceptional patient care, operational efficiency, employee engagement, and a positive hospital culture.

The Supervisor reports directly to the Hospital Manager and serves as a key leadership resource for technicians and assistants working in Surgery, ER/CCU, and Internal Medicine.
Leadership & Team Development

• Supervise and support a team of approximately 10-15 direct reports
• Conduct regular one-on-one meetings and employee check-ins
• Complete performance reviews and coaching conversations
• Mentor technicians and assistants to support professional growth
• Provide ongoing feedback, recognition, and accountability
• Assist with onboarding and training of new team members
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and team-oriented work environment

Staffing & Operational Support

• Assist with staff scheduling and shift coverage
• Review and approve PTO and sick time requests
• Review and approve employee timecards
• Collaborate with leadership to address staffing needs
• Support workflow management and operational efficiency
• Participate in departmental and leadership meetings

Clinical Support

• Lead by example through active clinical participation as needed
• Assist with complex patient care and case management
• Support quality patient care standards and workflow consistency
• Partner with veterinarians and specialists to optimize patient outcomes
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, safety standards, and best practices

Clinical Skillset

Candidates should be comfortable performing and coaching others in:

• Venipuncture, catheter placement, and sample collection
• Diagnostic imaging assistance and ultrasound support
• Anesthesia monitoring and patient assessment
• Medication calculations and administration (IV, IM, SQ, CRI)
• Fluid therapy setup and maintenance
• Surgical preparation and sterile technique
• Advanced patient monitoring and nursing care
• Emergency and critical care procedures
• Hospitalized patient treatments and documentation
• Client communication and patient updates

What You'll Bring

• Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT, LVT, or CVT) credential required
• Minimum of 3 years of veterinary technical experience
• Specialty, Emergency, Critical Care, or Surgical experience strongly preferred
• Previous leadership, supervisory, training, or mentoring experience preferred
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent communication and conflict-resolution abilities
• Ability to lead with professionalism, empathy, and accountability
• Commitment to delivering exceptional patient care and client service
• Passion for employee development and team success
• Honesty, integrity, and a collaborative attitude

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off and sick leave
• Continuing education allowance and license reimbursement
• Mental health support through Talkspace
• Employee Assistance Program
• Scrub allowance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid parental leave
• Employee discounts on hospital services, vaccines, and preventative care
• Pet insurance
• Referral bonus opportunities

Base Pay

$34-$45 USD