Small Animal Veterinary Technician Supervisor

Job Summary

The Lois Bates Acheson Veterinary Teaching Hospital within the Carlson College of Veterinary Medicine is seeking a Small Animal Veterinary Technician Supervisor. This is a full-time (1.00 FTE), 12-month, professional faculty position.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise veterinary support staff by recruiting, training, scheduling, evaluating performance, fostering professional development, and ensuring appropriate staffing coverage.
• Oversee service operations and regulatory compliance by maintaining hospital policies, safety standards, quality protocols, and collaborating with hospital leadership on operational initiatives.
• Manage clinical equipment and resources by identifying equipment needs, coordinating procurement and repairs, evaluating products, identifying and working with vendors, and maintaining service-specific supplies.
• Career and client services by managing admissions, discharges, scheduling, case assignments, medical records, financial estimates, client education, and communication with referring veterinarians.
• Provide advanced veterinary nursing care and student instruction by carrying out clinician-directed treatments, diagnostics, medication administration, patient monitoring, emergency interventions, and documentation in the electronic medical record.
• Support surgical and medical procedural services by preparing patients and operating rooms, assisting during procedures, maintaining sterile technique, monitoring patients, and coordinating post-operative care and room turnover.

Qualifications

• Current certification as a Veterinary Technician and ability to obtain and maintain Oregon Certification within six months of hire date.
• 3 years experience as a CVT.
• Effective written/verbal communication skills with the ability to build trusting relationships within a team with individuals from a variety of backgrounds.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively instruct others in veterinary techniques.
• Ability to work independently and practice good judgement to ensure high quality care.
• Ability to work effectively as a member of a team and be an active participant in problem-solving and team advancement.

Prefered Qualifications

• VTS in a Small Animal specialty.
• Two (2) years of experience in a supervisory role.
• EzyVet/Vet Radar experience.

Supplemental Questions

Describe your experience supervising or leading veterinary technicians, assistants, or other clinical staff. Include the size of the team you managed and your responsibilities for hiring, scheduling, performance management, training and employee development.

Please describe the types of procedures, patient care responsibilities, and equipment you have worked with in a hospital setting.

Starting Salary

Starting salary will be commensurate with skills, education, and experience.

Pay

$80,000 - $96,000

Schedule

This position is normally 8am to 5pm, though the work schedule may shift as needed to provide technician coverage on weekends, evenings, and holidays; overtime may be required.

Special Instructions To Applicants

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by August 11, 2026. Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.