Wellness Center Supervisor - VIP Petcare

About the role

This position reports into the VIP Petcare team.

Responsibilities

• Is comfortable in high stress situations.
• Has experience participating in treating adverse vaccine reactions to include (but not limited to) angioedema, urticaria, and anaphylaxis.
• Can initiate treatment to manage an adverse event (allergic reaction) while receiving treatment protocol guidance from off-site veterinarian.
• Is familiar with intubation and administrating lifesaving CPR to pets.
• Is competent in phlebotomy and administration of subcutaneous injections.
• Has expertise in safe restraint of pets for wellness procedures including vaccines, nail trims and microchipping.
• Contributes to the professional development of veterinary clinic assistants, monitors in-clinic processes, and adheres/executes Pet IQ procedures.
• Has excellent communication skills exemplified through each pet parent interaction.
• Can collect and prepare blood and fecal samples for laboratory testing.
• Maintains a clean and sanitary work environment by disinfecting surfaces and equipment between each pet per Pet IQ guidelines.
• Makes expert recommendations for preventative care services and products to every pet, every time based on pet’s lifestyle and an understanding of canine and feline diseases.
• Promotes a culture of safety in the clinic and lives our values while reinforcing our brand promise with pet parents, partners, and team members.
• Prepares canine and feline vaccines using sterile technique.
• Establishes and maintains effective relationships with pet parents and host store partners perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Experience in a leadership/management role managing 3 or more team members required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent is required. Any suitable combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT), Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT), or Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) required.

Skills

• Experience in Animal Handling including restraint and animal behavior.
• Independent judgment and decision-making skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong ability to effectively work with cross-functional teams to direct and lead company initiatives and goals.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Ability to switch focus rapidly in a fast-paced environment.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Reliable transportation to and from work.
• Present professional appearance and positive conduct.
• Punctuality and dependability highly valued.
• Previous customer service sales experience.
• Navigate computer software (iPad, Bluetooth devices and more).
• Knowledge of basic sales principles and application while making recommendations to clients.
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service.
• Able to work independently without direct supervision.
• Comfort level in approaching host location’s customers to educate about our clinics.
• Able to adapt to changing priorities.
• Experience in the veterinary field/retail management is highly valued.

Benefits

At Tractor Supply and Petsense by Tractor Supply, our Team Members are the heart of our success. Their dedication, passion, and hard work drive everything we do, and we are committed to supporting them with a comprehensive and accessible total reward package. We understand the evolving needs of our Team Members and their families, and we strive to offer meaningful, competitive, and sustainable benefits that support their well-being today and in the future. Our benefits extend beyond medical, dental, and vision coverage, including company-paid life and disability insurance, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and family planning resources such as adoption and surrogacy assistance, for all full-time Team Members and all part-time Team Members. Part time new hires gain eligibility for TSC Benefits by averaging at least 15 hours per week during their 90-day lookback period. The lookback period starts the first of the month following the date of hire. If the 15-hour requirement was met, the benefits eligibility date will be the first day of the month following 4 months of continuous service. Please visit this link (https://www.tractorsupply.careers/content/Our-Benefits/?locale=en_US) for more specific information about the benefits and leave policies applicable to the position you’re applying for.