Ethos Veterinary Health
Veterinary Technician Supervisor
ER Supervisor - Waukesha, WI - Full Time
Are you a veterinary professional who’s ready to step into leadership while still staying hands-on in patient care? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where no two days are the same—and where your ability to lead, support, and problem-solve makes a direct impact on both patients and your team?
At WVRC in Waukesha, we’re looking for a Veterinary Technician Supervisor who brings both clinical expertise and a passion for people leadership to support our Emergency team on 3rd shift. This is the perfect opportunity for someone who enjoys being in the action while also helping guide operations, mentor team members, and elevate the overall hospital experience.
We are offering a $3000 hiring bonus for this role!
Schedule and Compensation:
- This is a 3rd shift position
- Full-time, flexible scheduling
- $30 per hour to start, and may be higher, depending on experience
- $5/hr shift differential for 3rd shift
- $3000 hiring bonus
About the Role:
The Veterinary Technician Supervisor plays a key leadership role within our Emergency department. This position is responsible for training, mentoring, and supervising our technical team while also working hands-on in a clinical capacity. You’ll partner closely with the Hospital Services Manager and Hospital Director to ensure exceptional patient care, efficient hospital operations, and a positive, collaborative team environment. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced technician ready to step into a leadership role and make a meaningful impact on both patient outcomes and team development.
Key Responsibilities:
The Veterinary Technician Supervisor will lead, mentor, and support veterinary technicians and assistants within the ER, fostering a positive, engaged, and accountable team culture. This role is responsible for training and developing staff through ongoing coaching, skill assessments, and structured learning opportunities, while also creating and managing team schedules to ensure appropriate staffing and control overtime. In partnership with hospital leadership, the supervisor will support overall operations, including case flow, quality of patient care, and client experience, while also assisting with performance management, employee relations, and team development. The position includes facilitating team meetings and continuing education initiatives, as well as ensuring compliance with hospital protocols and regulatory standards such as OSHA and DEA requirements. In addition to leadership duties, the supervisor will work alongside the team in a hands-on capacity, performing technical tasks such as anesthesia monitoring, phlebotomy, catheter placement, radiographs, and providing advanced care for critical patients.
Qualifications:
The Veterinary Technician Supervisor plays a key leadership role within our Emergency department. This position is responsible for training, mentoring, and supervising our technical team while also working hands-on in a clinical capacity. You’ll partner closely with the Hospital Services Manager and Hospital Director to ensure exceptional patient care, efficient hospital operations, and a positive, collaborative team environment. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced technician ready to step into a leadership role and make a meaningful impact on both patient outcomes and team development.
Key Responsibilities:
The Veterinary Technician Supervisor will lead, mentor, and support veterinary technicians and assistants within the ER, fostering a positive, engaged, and accountable team culture. This role is responsible for training and developing staff through ongoing coaching, skill assessments, and structured learning opportunities, while also creating and managing team schedules to ensure appropriate staffing and control overtime. In partnership with hospital leadership, the supervisor will support overall operations, including case flow, quality of patient care, and client experience, while also assisting with performance management, employee relations, and team development. The position includes facilitating team meetings and continuing education initiatives, as well as ensuring compliance with hospital protocols and regulatory standards such as OSHA and DEA requirements. In addition to leadership duties, the supervisor will work alongside the team in a hands-on capacity, performing technical tasks such as anesthesia monitoring, phlebotomy, catheter placement, radiographs, and providing advanced care for critical patients.
Qualifications:
- Credentialed Veterinary Technician (LVT, CVT, or RVT) in good standing required
- Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience in emergency, critical care, or specialty medicine
- At least 1 year of supervisory or leadership experience preferred
- Strong technical skill set including anesthesia, diagnostics, and ICU patient care
- Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop a team. Ability to handle high-pressure situations with professionalism and compassion. Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Fluent English skills (speaking and reading) are required; fluency in multiple languages is a plus.
About Us
Wisconsin Veterinary Referral Center (WVRC) is a multi-specialty and emergency hospital committed to delivering exceptional patient care and an outstanding client experience. With a collaborative team of board-certified specialists, skilled technicians, and dedicated support staff, we pride ourselves on fostering a culture rooted in respect, growth, and teamwork.
Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually. The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary professionals utilize state-of-the-art technology and a scientific, evidence-based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers. Committed to revolutionizing veterinary medicine, Ethos sets the standard in veterinary excellence. Discover more at EthosVet.com.
Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, Ethos Veterinary Health provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.
Wisconsin Veterinary Referral Center (WVRC) is a multi-specialty and emergency hospital committed to delivering exceptional patient care and an outstanding client experience. With a collaborative team of board-certified specialists, skilled technicians, and dedicated support staff, we pride ourselves on fostering a culture rooted in respect, growth, and teamwork.
Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually. The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary professionals utilize state-of-the-art technology and a scientific, evidence-based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers. Committed to revolutionizing veterinary medicine, Ethos sets the standard in veterinary excellence. Discover more at EthosVet.com.
Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, Ethos Veterinary Health provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.
