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How much do veterinary supervisor jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for veterinary supervisor in Wisconsin is $29.63, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.11 and $32.98 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a veterinary supervisor?

Veterinary Supervisors are professionals who oversee the daily operations of veterinary clinics, hospitals, or animal care facilities. They manage teams of veterinarians, veterinary technicians, and support staff to ensure high standards of animal care and compliance with regulations. Their responsibilities often include supervising staff, coordinating schedules, handling client communications, maintaining medical records, and ensuring the facility operates efficiently. Veterinary Supervisors also play a key role in training staff and implementing policies to improve operational effectiveness.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a veterinary supervisor?

To thrive as a Veterinary Supervisor, you need solid veterinary clinical experience, leadership abilities, and a relevant degree such as a DVM or veterinary technician certification. Familiarity with practice management software, inventory systems, and regulatory compliance is typically required. Excellent communication, conflict resolution, and team-building skills help foster a positive work environment and ensure high standards of care. These competencies are crucial for managing staff effectively, optimizing clinic operations, and delivering quality veterinary services.

How does a veterinary supervisor balance clinical duties with team management responsibilities?

As a Veterinary Supervisor, you'll often juggle direct patient care with overseeing your team's workflow and development. This balance typically involves allocating time for treating animals, mentoring veterinary staff, and handling administrative tasks such as scheduling, inventory management, and compliance. Supervisors are also key in fostering a collaborative work environment, facilitating communication between veterinarians, technicians, and support staff. Successfully managing these responsibilities requires strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks based on urgency and team needs.

What is the difference between Veterinary Supervisor vs Veterinary Technician?

AspectVeterinary SupervisorVeterinary Technician
CredentialsVeterinary degree, often with supervisory experienceLicensed veterinary technician certification
Work EnvironmentOversees staff, manages operations, interacts with clientsAssists veterinarians, performs technical procedures, patient care
Employer & Industry UsageVeterinary clinics, hospitals, animal sheltersVeterinary clinics, hospitals, research facilities

The Veterinary Supervisor typically holds a veterinary degree and oversees staff and operations, while the Veterinary Technician is a licensed professional providing technical support and patient care. Both roles are essential in veterinary settings, but the supervisor has broader managerial responsibilities.

Infographic showing various Veterinary Supervisor job openings in Wisconsin as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $61,622 per year, or $29.6 per hour.

Credentialed Veterinary Technician at Northwoods Animal Hospital - Minocqua

Heartland Veterinary Partners LLC

Minocqua, WI

$24/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 11 days ago


Heartland Veterinary Partners rating

5.8

Company rating: 5.8 out of 10

Based on 39 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

33rd of 52 rated veterinary


Job description

Practice:

At Northwoods Animal Hospital, we strive to offer sound advice and optimal veterinary care.

We provide a broad spectrum of diagnostic procedures through in-house testing and the use of external laboratories. The facility includes a well-stocked pharmacy, in-hospital surgery suite, in-house X-ray capabilities, ultrasound, ECG, blood pressure monitoring, a closely supervised hospitalization area, and indoor boarding kennels with outdoor walking areas and grooming services.

More about the Role:

The Credentialed Veterinary Technician performs a critical role in providing high quality care for patients. Credentialed Technicians are key partners to the veterinarians, providing the appropriate support to ensure each client interaction and procedure is seamless and successful. Credentialed Technicians apply their professional skills in anesthesia, surgery, dentistry, laboratory testing, patient nursing, and client education. 

Competencies:
  • Patience & Compassion: Remaining professional while still making teammates, clients, and patients feel as comfortable as possible regardless of the situation or challenges presented. Responding quickly and calmly to crisis while maintaining a high standard of patient care.
  • Collaboration & Teamwork: Carefully coordinating actions with veterinarians and practice team members. Providing feedback appropriately and in a timely manner. Quickly incorporating feedback to ensure positive results. Sharing ideas and being open to other’s ideas.
  • Communicating: Conveying instructions to clients and teammates to ensure successful patient care.
  • Active Listening: Following the instructions of veterinarians and sometimes patient owners. Picking up on the needs of veterinarians and teammates based on prior experiences and feedback.
  • Organization Skills: Clear tracking of lab specimens, medications, patient instructions, workflow, and other job-related items while managing multiple patients and clients.
  • Client Satisfaction: Ensuring all activities and interactions result in the highest level of client satisfaction.

Essential Responsibilities:

  • Assist veterinarians in the practice of veterinary medicine and surgery and other tasks as needed.
  • Assist veterinarians in outpatient exams by taking histories, vital signs, and weights, as well as providing client education.
  • Prepare patients for surgery and monitor vital signs of the patient during surgery.
  • Obtain blood, stool, and other samples; perform in-hospital laboratory testing and prepare specimens for outside laboratories.
  • Take, develop, and maintain radiographs following proper safety procedures.
  • Provide basic animal handling and restrain animals during exams.
  • Administer and monitor medications, anesthesia, vaccines, and treatments at the discretion of the veterinarian.
  • Clean and straighten exam rooms, treatment, and lab areas; restock exam rooms with supplies. Assist other team members to keep the public areas of the practice clean; clean and maintain all medical equipment.
  • Demonstrate warmth, courtesy and professionalism in all interactions with clients; exercise compassion and care in all interactions with patients.
  • Communicate with veterinarians and practice team members including client discussions, patient plans, client concerns, etc.
  • Any other duties as assigned.

Requirements/Qualifications:

  • State license to work as a certified/licensed/registered veterinary technician in state of desired employment
  • Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 25 pounds with assistance
  • Practice OSHA safety techniques including proper PPE
  • Basic computer skills, familiarity with MS office applications, etc.
  • Basic math and ability to calculate medication dosages
  • Strong communication skills to ensure patient safety

Benefits Offered:

  • Paid time off
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Retirement benefits (401k, Roth k and matching)
  • Bonus incentive
  • Career and professional development
  • State licensing fee reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee Referral Program

Benefits offered may vary depending on full or part time employment status according to company policy. 

Pay Range:

USD $18.00 - USD $24.00 /Hr.

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