Veterinary Nursing Manager - Columbia, MD

Veterinary Emergency Group • $80K — $101K *

Elkridge, MD 21075In-Person

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5 - 7 years of experience

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Qualifications

Credentialed as a Veterinary Technician (CVT, RVT, LVT, LVMT) in the relevant state is essential; an A.S. or B.S. from an AVMA-accredited program is strongly preferred.
Minimum 5 years in clinical veterinary nursing, preferably with emergency experience; plus 2 years in a leadership role.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required.
Ability to adapt to a noisy environment with challenging odors.
Availability for flexible scheduling including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Capable of thriving in a fast-paced team environment with diverse personalities.

Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day operations for the nursing team, ensuring they have necessary support.
Oversee key administrative tasks including scheduling, payroll, and personnel management.
Address patient care and team dynamics with empathy and clear communication.
Collaborate with hospital leadership to align on operational goals and flow.
Utilize feedback from doctors to enhance medical team development and standards.
Incorporate VEG's core values into leadership and operational practices.
Promote a culture of learning through in-house training and mentorship programs.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Access to therapy or counseling services.
Potential eligibility for equity after one year of active full-time employment.
Substantial investment in professional development, including a travel stipend for continuing education.
Clinical student loan repayment support to alleviate educational debt.
Paid parental leave with family-building care inclusivity.
Flexible work schedules to enhance work-life balance.
Generous employee referral program with rewards.
Additional perks like comfortable scrubs and complimentary snacks.

Full Job Description

THE JOB

Being a Nursing Manager means doing more than simply leading a veterinary nursing team. It means building a culture where people are empowered, connected, and proud of the work they do. Through your compassion, collaboration, and a deep investment in your people, you'll play a vital role in shaping what emergency nursing leadership should look like. You'll be the bridge between process and purpose-ensuring exceptional patient care while creating an environment where VEGgies grow, thrive, and brag about where they work.

This isn't your typical leadership role. It's your opportunity to transform the emergency experience for your team, our customers, and yourself.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Manage day-to-day flow for nursing team, ensuring they have the tools and support they need to shine
Oversee scheduling, payroll, productivity, hiring, onboarding and offboarding
Address patient care issues and team dynamics with empathy and clarity
Partner with fellow hospital leadership and shift leads to align on goals and hospital flow
Use doctor feedback to guide team development and maintain medical excellence
Lead with VEG values-especially openness, togetherness, and heroic helping
Champion a culture of learning with in-house training, mentorship, and development pathways
Ensure licensure, performance standards, and education programs are upheld across the team
Drive meaningful 1:1s, check-ins, and student mentorship that fuel long-term career growth

WHAT YOU NEED

Credentialed as a Veterinary Technician (CVT, RVT, LVT, LVMT) in the state the VEG practice is located is required; A.S. or B.S. from an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program is strongly preferred
5+ years in a clinical veterinary nursing role, emergency-specific experience preferred; 2+ years of leadership experience
Excellent communication and people skills
Must be willing to work in a noisy environment with strong or unpleasant odors
Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays on a rotating or as needed basis based on hospital needs
Work well in a fast-paced environment with people from all backgrounds and different personality types

WHO YOU ARE

Empathetic, instinctively taking a people-centric approach, whether supporting your colleagues or making an effort to understand different perspectives
Have a sense of humility; acknowledging mistakes, sharing credit with others, and lifting up your team's' accomplishments
Feel a strong sense of ownership over your work, taking responsibility for outcomes and staying committed to achieving long-term, impactful results
Curious by nature; you ask insightful questions and continuously seek out opportunities to learn and grow your skills and knowledge

HOW WE INVEST IN YOU

Competitive compensation $80,000 - $101,500 /year including base and 401K match
Comprehensive health and wellness benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, QPR training, and access to free therapy or counseling
Depending on your role, you may be eligible for equity after one year of full time, active employment with VEG, so you can share in our growth and success
A BIG focus on learning and growth, from VEG-created clinical and leadership programs to unlimited ER CE + travel stipend (no really!). Full-time credentialed VEGgies receive a $2,500/year travel stipend. Full-time uncredentialed VEGgies receive a $1,000/year travel stipend.
Clinical student loan repayment so you don't need to worry about your student debt
Paid parental leave; up to 12 weeks at 100% of regular salary and inclusive fertility and family-building care for all types of families
Flexible work schedules to support your life outside of work
Generous referral reward program, so our awesome people can bring in more awesome people
And the little (big) things, like comfy scrubs, cool VEG swag, and food in the fridge for when you're hungry

About Veterinary Emergency Group

Veterinary Emergency Group is the veterinary emergency care, that provides emergency and urgent care for pets, also it open nights, weekends, and holidays to help with all of your pet’s emergencies, provides animals and their families with timely medical care for acute problems at times when they need it.

Veterinary Emergency Group Careers

There has never been a better time to join the team at Veterinary Emergency Group—the leading network of emergency veterinary clinics.

Work You’ll Do

Join Veterinary Emergency Group’s top-tier team to assist in transforming pet care across the nation. This is an opportunity to be part of a movement that values innovation, leadership, and professional growth. Lead in a unique role within the veterinary industry, at the crossroads of advanced veterinary care and exceptional service delivery. Work alongside a team of skilled professionals dedicated to revolutionizing emergency veterinary services. Engage in a culture that celebrates diversity and fosters continuous professional development. Collaborate with the largest group of emergency veterinary experts, enhancing job opportunities through shared knowledge and expansive networking.

Introducing the Veterinary Emergency Group Professional Pathways

The team is building a leading career development pathway to help veterinary professionals master their skills in emergency care.

Do Innovative Work

Be part of a group that pioneers advancements in veterinary medicine with over 2,000 dedicated professionals at the intersection of technology, medical expertise, and compassionate care.

Drive Veterinary Innovation

Deliver targeted solutions and exceptional care through a depth and breadth of medical experience and innovation that’s second to none.

Be Part of a Great Team

Work with cutting-edge veterinary technology and harness the capabilities of a team that’s integral to the future of veterinary care.

Future-proof Your Career

Advance your career with limitless opportunities supported by unmatched training, development, and certification programs.

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The Veterinary Emergency Group Difference

The combined expertise, focus on compassionate care, and a commitment to innovation helps clients and their pets experience better emergency care outcomes. Clients trust Veterinary Emergency Group for new strategies and solutions that drive forward the field of veterinary emergency services.

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