Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician (Shift Lead) - Falls Church, VA
Core
Shift Lead for credentialed veterinary technicians in a 24/7 emergency veterinary hospital, managing daily workflow, patient status, and team operations during high-pressure shifts.
Role type
Senior IC veterinary technician shift lead
Builds
Emergency patient care workflows and team stability in a 24/7 veterinary ER
Domain
Veterinary emergency medicine
Required skills
Credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT/RVT/LVT/LVMT), 1+ years experience, clinical workflow management, conflict resolution, physical stamina (lifting 25kg), shift coordination
Preferred skills
Emergency or specialty medicine experience, VEG Credentialing Support Program enrollment, leadership instincts
Technologies
Practice management software, electronic medical record systems
Responsibilities
Manage daily workflow and pivot when unexpected issues arise, Keep a clear pulse on patient status and team bandwidth, Lead shift transitions, team huddles, and wrap-ups, Jump in on the floor to assist with patient care and tasks, Coordinate breaks and assist with conflict resolution, Communicate clearly with team and pet parents, Flag incidents and notable events for transparency
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC