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Emergency Veterinary Assistant Shift Lead - H Street, Washington DC

VEG H StreetFull-time$42k2026-09-24 → 2026-11-11

Core

Lead shift operations in a 24/7 veterinary emergency hospital, managing patient flow, team coordination, and clinical support for pets and exotic animals.

Role type

Senior Veterinary Technician / Assistant Shift Lead

Builds

Emergency care services for pets and exotic animals

Domain

Veterinary Medicine / Emergency Care

Required skills

Veterinary Technician credentialing (CVT/RVT/LVT/LVMT), emergency medicine experience, clinical workflow management, team leadership, conflict resolution, physical stamina for patient handling, practice management software proficiency

Preferred skills

Specialty medicine experience, mentorship capabilities, adaptability in fast-paced environments

Technologies

Practice management software, Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Responsibilities

Manage daily workflow and shift roles, coordinate breaks and transitions, jump in on clinical tasks, lead team huddles and coaching, communicate with hospital leadership on coverage, flag incidents for transparency

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities