Veterinary Nurse Supervisor, Large Animal Clinical Sciences College of Veterinary Medicine - UTIA

About the role

The College of Veterinary Medicine invites applicants to apply for the position of Veterinary Nurse Supervisor. This position serves as a working supervisor within Large Animal Clinical Sciences (LACS), responsible for both direct supervision of veterinary nursing staff and hands-on delivery of advanced clinical care to large animal patients. The role oversees daily operations, including staffing, workflow coordination, and patient care prioritization across assigned services, while actively participating in clinical duties to ensure continuity of care.

Responsibilities

• Provides day-to-day supervision of veterinary nursing staff, including technicians, assistants, interns, and students across multiple service areas.
• Develops and adjusts staffing assignments and shift coverage in real time to meet patient care demands and maintain safe operations.
• Captures and coordinates workflow and patient care priorities, ensuring efficient throughput and adherence to hospital protocols.
• Conducts performance management activities, including evaluations, coaching, and corrective actions, in alignment with university policies.
• Participates in hiring, onboarding, and training of new staff; supports retention and workforce planning efforts.
• Addresses routine operational and employee concerns; escalates complex issues as appropriate.
• Maintains scheduling, payroll, and leave usage to ensure compliance with institutional practices.
• Provides advanced-level veterinary nursing care for large animal patients, including support for diagnostics, treatments, anesthesia, and surgical procedures.
• Serves as an active service technician to maintain patient care coverage and support high-demand periods.
• Serves as a clinical resource and mentor, teaching staff, interns, house officers, and students proper techniques and best practices.
• Assists with procedure setup, execution, and recovery, ensuring safety, efficiency, and adherence to protocols.
• Contributes to the development and implementation of clinical protocols and workflow improvements.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduation from an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology program (Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree).
• Current Veterinary Technician license; eligibility for Tennessee licensure within one year of hire.
• Minimum of 3 years of progressively responsible experience at a senior veterinary nurse level in a clinical setting.
• Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
  • Advanced knowledge of veterinary nursing practices and large animal clinical care.
  • Knowledge of hospital operations, including staffing models and workflow coordination.
  • Ability to supervise and direct staff while simultaneously performing clinical duties.
  • Ability to prioritize and manage competing demands in a fast-paced clinical environment.
  • Skill in training, mentoring, and providing technical instruction to staff and learners.
  • Ability to make sound clinical and operational decisions under pressure.
  • Knowledge of safety standards, infection control, and regulatory requirements in veterinary settings.
  • Ability to communicate effectively across clinical, academic, and support personnel.
  • Ability to solve problems and adapt to changing operational needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Education: Veterinary Technician Specialty (VTS) certification.
• Experience: Prior supervisory or leadership experience in a veterinary hospital or academic medical center.
• 6+ years of experience in a veterinary medical center or equivalent clinical environment.
• Expert knowledge of large animal clinical services and specialty care areas.
• Ability to develop and implement clinical protocols and operational improvements.
• Ability to lead workflow optimization initiatives while maintaining clinical responsibilities.
• Ability to balance supervisory duties with direct patient care in a team-based environment.
• Ability to represent the clinical program in professional or academic settings.

Work Location

Knoxville, Tennessee

On-Site Compensation And Benefits

UT market range: $63,920-74,320

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Application Instructions

To express interest, please submit an application with the noted below attachments. To be assured of full consideration, completed applications with all requested materials should be submitted.

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