Veterinary Technician Supervisor - Emergency

Location: 39809 Avenida Acacias STE E, Murrieta, CA 92563

Schedule: Full-time

Salary: $32.00–$36.00/hour (based on experience)

Sign-On Bonus for qualified candidates

$1500 1/2 paid at 90 days, and 1/2 paid at 1 year!

Lead. Mentor. Make an Impact.

Are you an experienced RVT who enjoys mentoring others, leading by example, and helping build a strong team? If you're looking for an opportunity to grow your leadership career while continuing to practice high-quality medicine, we'd love to meet you.

At VCA California Veterinary Specialists in Murrieta, our supervisors are working leaders. You'll spend the majority of your time supporting patients, clients, and your team on the hospital floor while also having dedicated administrative time for leadership responsibilities. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys coaching others, solving problems, and creating a positive, collaborative work environment.

What You'll Do

As an RVT Supervisor, you will:

• Lead and support a team of technicians and assistants through mentorship, coaching, and daily guidance.
• Work alongside your team providing exceptional patient care in a busy specialty and emergency hospital.
• Partner with hospital leadership on interviewing, hiring, onboarding, performance management, and employee development.
• Coordinate training and ensure new team members are set up for success.
• Develop and mentor Floor Leaders within your department.
• Assist with scheduling, attendance management, and payroll review.
• Foster a positive, respectful, and collaborative culture.
• Address concerns proactively and partner with the Hospital Administrator to resolve employee issues.
• Help maintain high standards of patient care, client service, and operational excellence.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who:

• Leads with integrity and professionalism.
• Is approachable, supportive, and enjoys developing others.
• Communicates clearly and effectively with doctors, technicians, assistants, and clients.
• Thrives in a fast-paced specialty and emergency environment.
• Can balance leadership responsibilities while remaining actively involved in patient care.
• Is organized, dependable, and solution-oriented.
• Values teamwork and accountability.

Clinical Skills

Our supervisors continue to practice medicine and should be comfortable performing:

• Venipuncture
• IV catheter placement
• Anesthesia monitoring
• Surgical preparation and assistance
• Patient assessment and nursing care
• Radiology
• Laboratory procedures
• Pharmacy duties
• Patient recovery
• Compassionate nursing care for hospitalized patients

Qualifications

• Current California Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) license required.
• Minimum of 2 years of leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Previous specialty or emergency experience strongly preferred.
• High school diploma required; college coursework preferred.

Why Join VCA California Veterinary Specialists?

At VCA California Veterinary Specialists, we believe great medicine starts with great people. Our team is passionate about delivering advanced specialty and emergency care while supporting one another in a collaborative environment where everyone has the opportunity to grow.

When you join us, you'll enjoy:

• Competitive compensation
• Leadership development opportunities
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance
• Tuition assistance and sponsorship opportunities
• RVT license reimbursement
• Access to VCA's extensive learning and development programs
• Headspace membership and wellness resources
• VCA Charities involvement
• Strong mentorship and career advancement opportunities
• The support of one of the nation's leading veterinary organizations

Life in Murrieta

Located in beautiful Southern California, Murrieta offers sunshine year-round, award-winning wineries, excellent schools, outdoor recreation, and easy access to San Diego, Orange County, the mountains, and the beach. It's an incredible place to build both your career and your life.

Ready to Lead?

If you're passionate about patient care, enjoy mentoring others, and are looking for the next step in your veterinary career, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help us continue providing Special Care from the Heart.