Emergency Veterinary Assistant Shift Lead - H Street, Washington DC
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