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VCA Baring Boulevard Animal Hospital is hiring a full-time Veterinary Assistant Supervisor to join our team.
Compensation: $20-$22/hr based on experience and skill set.
Schedule: Full-time, 40 Hrs/week
As the face of VCA Baring Blvd, the Veterinary Assistant Supervisor sets the tone for the practice as we build and maintain each customer's trust and confidence in our abilities. The successful candidate will be a believer in the possibilities of high quality veterinary medicine and patient care-with the expertise and technical know-how to make them happen.
In this position you will be supporting our Doctors by creating a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients.
The Veterinary Assistant Supervisor is responsible for leading and supporting the veterinary assistant team to ensure high-quality patient care, operational efficiency, and a positive client experience. This role combines hands-on clinical responsibilities with team leadership, training, scheduling support, and workflow coordination. The Veterinary Assistant Supervisor partners closely with the Practice Manager, Lead Technician, and Veterinarians to maintain hospital standards and foster a collaborative, high-performing team environment.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Team Development

• Supervise, coach, and support veterinary assistants in daily clinical duties
• Assist with hiring, onboarding, and training of new assistants
• Provide regular feedback, performance coaching, and skill development
• Promote accountability, teamwork, and a positive workplace culture
• Address performance or behavioral concerns in collaboration with hospital leadership

Clinical & Patient Care

• Provide hands-on patient care including restraint, treatments, sample collection, and monitoring as needed
• Ensure proper animal handling and safety protocols are followed
• Support surgical preparation, cleaning, and recovery processes
• Maintain high standards of sanitation, infection control, and organization
• Ensure accurate and timely medical record documentation

Operations & Workflow

• Support daily scheduling and team coverage to ensure efficient workflow
• Monitor task completion and prioritize patient care needs
• Assist with inventory management and supply organization
• Identify process improvements to enhance efficiency and patient care quality
• Act as point person for assistants during shifts

Client Experience

• Model professional, compassionate communication with clients
• Assist with client education and discharge instructions
• Support resolution of client concerns in partnership with leadership

Qualifications

• 2+ years of veterinary assistant experience required
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience preferred
• Strong animal handling and restraint skills
• Knowledge of basic veterinary procedures and hospital operations
• Excellent communication and conflict-resolution skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Flexible schedule, including some weekends or evenings as needed

Why VCA
VCA Animal Hospitals is a community of over 800 hospitals across the US, including primary care, emergency and specialty medicine. We offer world class medicine with hometown care. Together we are taking care of the future of veterinary medicine.
We are passionate about supporting our technicians and assistants and are committed to your personal career development. At VCA, you will enjoy an inclusive work environment where you can focus on your career, your happiness, and the patients you serve.
Some of the many benefits we offer:

• Access to the people and resources of a large veterinary community
• Advancement and leadership opportunities
• Medical, dental & vision insurance, a variety of additional coverage options
• Access to free mental health care (up to 12 sessions a year), life assistance program, resources like Headspace, etc.
• Fully employer-paid life, long-term and short-term disability insurance
• Paid vacation, paid sick time, holiday pay
• Paid parental leave
• Continuing Education allowance for full time credentialed veterinary technicians
• CE and learning opportunities for all associates
• Tuition support and sponsorships including Veterinary Technology AAS, BAS completion and more
• Veterinary Technician license reimbursement
• Generous hospital discounts for your pets, a variety of other discounts
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Referral bonus opportunities
• Opportunities to give back through VCA Charities and community partnerships

Ready to join our leadership team?
Apply today!
We look forward to hearing from you soon.
The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com
If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.
Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!
The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com
If you are a current associate, you need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.
Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!
The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development).
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com.