Certified Veterinary Technician Supervisor

VCA South Dade Animal Hospital are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Certified Veterinary Technician Supervisor with experience in exotic animal care as well as dog and cat care to lead our technical staff. This position requires a motivated professional with excellent leadership abilities, clinical skills, and a passion for delivering top-tier veterinary care to a diverse patient population, including avian, reptile, and small mammal species. 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. Key Responsibilities Supervise and mentor veterinary technicians and assistants, ensuring efficient workflow and high-quality patient care. Provide hands‑on technical support in exam rooms, treatment areas, and surgical suites, with a focus on exotic species. Oversee training and continued education for staff on exotic animal handling, diagnostics, and treatment protocols. Manage technician scheduling, performance evaluations, and assist with hiring decisions. Collaborate with veterinarians and leadership to implement hospital protocols. Maintain inventory, medical equipment, and controlled substance logs in accordance with state and federal regulations. Support client education and communication, particularly regarding the care and husbandry of exotic pets. Qualifications Active CVT license in Florida Minimum 3 years of clinical experience, including at least 1 year with exotic animals. Prior supervisory or team lead experience strongly preferred. Proficiency in anesthesia, radiology, laboratory procedures, and surgical prep/monitoring. Strong communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills. Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends or holidays as needed. Schedule Variable with weekend rotation. Compensation $23 - 30 / hr, based on skill set, experience, and licensure status. Preferred Qualifications Experience with a high‑volume or specialty practice. Fear‑Free certification and/or exotics‑specific CE credits. Bilingual Spanish/English Preferred Compensation & Benefits Competitive salary (commensurate with experience) Health, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with employer match Paid time off and holidays CE allowance and licensing reimbursement Employee pet care discounts Being a Technician Supervisor means you are a believer in the possibilities of high-quality veterinary medicine and patient care—with the expertise and technical know‑how to make them happen. Having mastered the entire range of vet tech skills yourself, you are a role model for the team. You will work alongside our Veterinarians, Hospital Manager, and Assistant Manager to provide mentorship, ensure the hospital runs efficiently and fosters a winning environment. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr