Veterinary Nursing Manager

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Salary: $80,000–$100,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications.
• Medical insurance
• Employer-paid pet insurance
• Generous paid time off and paid sick leave
• 401(k) with employer match
• Relocation assistance available
• Continuing education (CE) support
• Tuition reimbursement for Veterinary Technician programs
• Financial assistance toward VTS certification
• Out-of-state veterinary technician license transfer reimbursement
• Commitment to work-life balance

Schedule

• Full-Time
• Primarily Monday through Friday
• Flexibility to support evenings, weekends, and overnight operations as needed

What You'll Do

• Lead and develop the veterinary nursing team through coaching, mentoring, and performance management
• Oversee recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and retention of veterinary nursing staff
• Partner with Nursing Supervisors and the Nursing Trainer to support ongoing education and professional development
• Manage staffing, scheduling, labor utilization, and departmental budgets
• Collaborate with Medical Directors to maintain high clinical standards and patient care protocols
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, safety standards, and veterinary best practices
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance workflow, efficiency, and patient outcomes
• Support client service initiatives and resolve escalated client concerns
• Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and positive workplace culture
• Respond to operational and patient care needs during emergency situations

What We're Looking For

• Required Qualifications:
• Associate degree in Veterinary Technology or a related field
• Licensed, Certified, or Registered Veterinary Technician (LVT, CVT, RVT, or LVMT)
• Minimum of 4–6 years of clinical veterinary experience
• At least 2 years of veterinary leadership or management experience
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills
• Ability to prioritize and make sound decisions in a fast-paced veterinary environment
• Commitment to delivering exceptional patient care and supporting veterinary teams
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Certified Veterinary Practice Manager (CVPM)
• Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS)

About Charleston Veterinary Referral Center

• The Charleston Veterinary Referral Center is one of the few VECCS Level I Certified emergency and specialty veterinary hospitals in South Carolina.
• We offer advanced care for pets throughout the Charleston region and surrounding communities.
• Our emergency service is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
• We have advanced diagnostic and treatment capabilities, including:
• MRI
• CT
• Fluoroscopy
• Ultrasound
• Digital radiography
• We provide specialty services such as:
• Emergency & Critical Care
• Cardiology
• Internal Medicine
• Medical Oncology
• Radiation Oncology (coming soon)
• Neurology & Neurosurgery
• Soft Tissue Surgery
• Orthopedic Surgery
• Rehabilitation
• Anesthesia