Veterinary Technician Manager

Colorado Veterinary Specialty Group is seeking a qualified individual to step into the role of Technician Manager in a busy emergency and specialty hospital setting. We are looking for someone who wants to advance and grow professionally, and help our technical staff to do the same. About Us: CVSG is a privately owned hospital that has provided innovative and compassionate care to people and their pets in Denver and the surrounding communities for over 12 years. Our team collaborates to provide aid and comfort to pets and their families when unforeseen medical conditions arise, or when specialty services are needed. CVSG offers the following services: Emergency and Critical Care, Surgery, Theriogenology, Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation, and Radiology. Purpose of Position: The Technician Manager is a working supervisory position responsible for leadership and management of the technical staff. The Technician Manager will partner with the Practice Owners, Chief of Emergency Medicine, and Practice Manager to support a positive hospital culture and provide supervision and mentorship to the technical staff. In the Supervisor role your responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

Directing workflow on the floor.Helping with the interview process for potential new hires.Assisting in basic protocol and standard procedure training.Mentoring technicians and veterinary assistants and assisting in their educational development.Leading the team of technicians and assistants in their performance of a variety of technical and client education duties that facilitate the veterinarians' work.Overseeing equipment management and maintenance. Coordinating and conducting technician meetings in partnership with the Chief of Emergency Medicine and Practice Manager.Ensuring staff compliance with OSHA safety policies and hospital procedures.Delegating tasks to staff members when appropriate.Participating in staff engagement activities, encouraging morale, and supporting a positive culture.Working closely with the Practice Owners, Practice Manager, and Chief of Emergency Medicine to update policies and procedures for utmost proficiency.Maintaining emergency department technician daily schedule to include on-call staff, non-scheduled absences, PTO coverage and shift swaps.Monitoring case load, quality of care, and performance of staff to identify areas of improvement.

Physical Demands of the job: An employee must meet the physical demands described here to perform the essential functions of this position successfully. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Physical activity to include walking, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, reaching, lifting (up to 50 lbs.), and standing periods may be required.Visual acuity sufficient to maintain accurate records; recognize people and understand written directions.Ability to speak and hear sufficiently to understand and give information in person and over the telephone.Tolerate exposure to blood and body fluids, zoonotic diseases, chemicals, and radiation.

Qualifications for this position

Experience in a veterinary role is preferred but not required.Supervisory and leadership experience.Problem-solving and resolution management skills.Oral and written communication skills.Basic computer skills, i.e., Microsoft Office suite (previous practice management software knowledge preferred).Interpersonal skills with staff and clients and works well in a team environment.HR policies and OSHA regulations knowledge.

Benefits

Compensation $60,000-$70,000/yr. depending on experience.401(k) with 4% employer match after one year of employment.Employer subsidized medical insurance.Optional dental and vision insurance.Employee assistance program.Employee pet discount program.Paid time off.Continuing education allowance for licensed individuals.Reimbursement for licensing fees.Uniform allowance.

Anticipated schedule

This is an in-person, full-time position of 40 hours per week.Baseline of four ten-hour shifts weekly.Administrative time will be allotted (approximately 50% weekly). Work a minimum of one full night shift, one full overnight shift and one full day shift per month, to include one weekend shift.

Our Commitment to Diversity We are dedicated to establishing a culture that celebrates all forms of diversity and allows us to be an inclusive employer in this community. Our address and website information: 401 E. County Line Rd.Littleton, CO 80122303-794-1188cvsg.com