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Licensed Veterinary Technician - Emergency Lead

Portland Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Care

Freeport, ME
1 day ago
$31/hour

Job Description

Join Portland Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Care as a Licensed Veterinary Technician - Emergency Lead, where you'll oversee emergency floor operations and provide high-level nursing care while fostering a collaborative team environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver high-quality emergency nursing care including triage, diagnostics, and treatments
  • Mentor and coach veterinary technicians and assistants
  • Coordinate daily staff assignments and manage workflow
  • Ensure completion of end-of-shift responsibilities
  • Participate in onboarding and training of new team members
  • Maintain accurate controlled substance logs
  • Act as a liaison between the emergency team and hospital leadership
  • Monitor and manage staffing needs and scheduling adjustments
  • Uphold hospital protocols and safety standards
  • Attend leadership meetings and contribute to process improvement initiatives

Required Qualifications

  • CVT/LVT/RVT licensure in good standing
  • Strong technical skills in emergency settings
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior leadership or supervisory experience
  • Experience with EzyVet or similar hospital management systems

Benefits & Perks

Medical, dental, and vision insuranceLife insurance and long-term disabilityPaid time off and paid volunteer hours401(k) with employer matchUniform allowance and personal pet discountPaid continuing education and professional development opportunities