Description: Are you an experienced
Department Manager with a passion for leadership and a talent for managing dynamic teams?
Pieper Veterinary invites you to bring your skills, energy, and dedication to
Pieper Memorial Veterinary Center located in
Middletown, CT, a
VECCS Level I Facility committed to delivering the highest standard of patient care. We are looking for professionals who take pride in their work and are excited to foster a positive, efficient, and collaborative environment.
About You: Pieper Memorial Veterinary Center is seeking a dedicated and skilled
Department Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of our
Internal Medicine and Critical Care teams. In this role, you will manage staff, ensure the delivery of exceptional patient care, and provide the resources and support needed for our clients, patients, and the entire Pieper team.
The ideal candidate is an experienced
Veterinary Technician (CVT or VTS preferred) with
3• 5+ years of supervisory or leadership experience, ideally in a
24/7 emergency, specialty, or high-volume practice.
This role requires a strong combination oftechnical expertise and leadership skills, including the ability to work alongside your team in a clinical capacity for approximately
50% of your time. We believe that the best patient care comes from collaboration, mentorship, and mutual support.
We strongly believe that
veterinary medicine is a team sport, and we value collaboration from every staff member. Your voice, insight, and leadership will not only be welcomed'they will make a real difference.
Anticipated Schedule: 5 days a week - week 1
4 days a week - week 2
Schedule will rotate days throughout the quarter to ensure touch point with all staff on services.
This will be planned out in advance with the department manager.
Weekends and Holidays are required.
Compensation: Pay range starts at $75,000-$95,000 based on experience / certifications.
Key Responsibilities: - Manage and support a team of 15-25 veterinary technicians and assistants, including hiring, onboarding, scheduling, and performance management.
- Develop personalized growth plans and provide mentorship and professional development opportunities to staff.
- Collaborate with the head of services to improve workflows and increase departmental efficiency while maintaining high-quality care.
- Provide advanced nursing care to hospitalized patients.
- Proficient in anesthesia, including critical patients.
- Teach basic and advanced veterinary skills to new and experienced assistants and veterinary technicians.
- Address client concerns and ensure smooth department operations.
- Work closely with the clinical director to set and achieve operational and financial goals for the department.
- Participate in a rotating Manager on Duty schedule.
- Clinical time on the floor ~ 50%
What's in it for you? - Supportive culture with social events & team building
- Competitive paid time off & holidays
- Career Growth & Training Opportunities
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Mental Health Focused Services
- 401(k) plan with strong employer match
- Up to 75% employee pet care discount
- Annual uniform allowance
- Team Building
We know it's not always easy to make a move. We treat all interviews as confidential and if a casual chat is more your style, we can do that too! We genuinely love what we do and the people we work with!
Requirements: - Experienced Veterinary Technician with a CVT or VTS certification preferred.
- Minimum of 3 years• experience in supervisory role, ideally in a 24/7 specialty / emergency practice.
- Strong clinical skills and experience with a variety of procedures.
- Proven leadership ability and a passion for mentoring and team development.
- Must be flexible to meet the needs of the department(s) assigned.
- Exceptional organizational skills, with the ability to multi-task.
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Proven experience developing and growing teams.
- Comfortable with Microsoft Applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
- Must be 18 years or older to apply.
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