Emergency Critical Care Veterinary Technician Supervisor, SAVES

South Asheville Veterinary Emergency & Specialty in beautiful Asheville, NC is hiring a full-time Veterinary Technician Supervisor to join our outstanding Emergency and Critical Care team!

Relocation assistance available to qualified candidates!

Compensation: $32-$36/hr based on experience and licensure. Additional compensation offered for VTS candidates!

Schedule: Four 10-hour shifts, Friday - Monday. Hours negotiable!

Benefits:

• $1500 Annual CE Allowance for RVT and VTS team members
• Out of State License Transfer Costs Covered by Hospital
• Generous Paid Time Off Policy
• Prioritization of Work Life Balance
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Health Insurance Plans
• Discounted Employee Pet Insurance
• 401k Planning, with Employer Matching Structure
• And more!

At SAVES , our goal since opening in 2009 has been to practice the gold standard of medicine, perform advanced techniques, and be the leaders in veterinary medicine. Located in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the peaks represent the height of our love for animals. The valleys symbolize the depths of our compassion for them. Together with our referring veterinary community, we reach far and wide to combine medical knowledge, technology, and kindness to provide exceptional care to our patients. It’s simply in our nature. We offer outstanding career opportunities to experienced emergency veterinarians, veterinary technicians, client liaisons, and other qualified professionals. Our ideal candidates share our commitment to providing exceptional medical care and customer service.

As a Emergency Critical Care Services Supervisor , you will lead by example, combining advanced technical skills with strong leadership and communication abilities. You will manage and mentor a team while balancing hands-on patient care, proactively solving challenges, and maintaining a calm, solution-focused approach in high-pressure situations. This role requires excellent multitasking, follow-through, and the ability to implement creative solutions that enhance both team performance and patient care. You will play a key role in fostering a positive, collaborative environment while ensuring the highest standards of specialty services.

• Leadership & Supervision: Serve as a direct representative of the Emergency Critical Care team, fostering a professional, collaborative, and safe work environment. Mediate conflicts, ensure staff follow policies, and maintain high standards of patient care.

• Team Management: Oversee daily responsibilities of Emergency Critical Care staff, including task delegation, schedule coordination, and coverage for staffing gaps. Conduct regular check-ins, monthly performance reviews, and professional development assessments.

• Technical Support: Provide hands-on support for cases as needed, covering technical duties when necessary, and assist in implementing new protocols and policies.

• Training & Development: Assist in creating, updating, and maintaining training programs, and support ongoing skill development and continuing education for staff.

• Communication & Collaboration: Facilitate departmental meetings, engage with doctors for feedback, and coordinate with other supervisors and departments to ensure smooth workflow and high-quality patient care.

• Operational Oversight: Maintain and update standard operating procedures (SOPs), contribute to hospital-wide cleaning schedules, and ensure adherence to all policies and procedures.

Requirements:

• RVT or other licensing credentials required. At least 2 years of experience in a lead or supervisory role.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Products and Internet Explorer. Knowledge of Smartflow and ezyVet preferred.
• Handles stress well and keeps a positive attitude with clients and fellow employees. Excels at conflict resolution and superb at problem solving. Strong ability to multitask and anticipate needs. Excellent communication with staff, and between staff, and upper management.
• Fluent English skills (speaking & reading) are required for the role; fluency in multiple languages a plus.

Breathe in the fresh mountain air while working in our newly expanded state-of-the-art facility. In addition to offering world-class medicine, our emergency and specialty hospital prioritizes work-life balance and helping you further your calling. Minutes from the Blue Ridge Parkway and just a few miles from a foodie paradise with 12 James Beard Nominated restaurants and a bustling dog-friendly brewery and bar scene, Asheville has a lot to offer. The city is rich with architectural history that incorporates an artsy-eclectic vibe with locally-owned shops, a multitude of art galleries and restaurants, a live music scene, and scenic views of the Appalachian Mountains. Simultaneously, the area is the perfect playground for those with a love of the great outdoors. With more than a million acres of protected wilderness, you can discover the trails, rivers, and wildlife of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

We look forward to meeting you and showing you all that SAVES and the town of Asheville has to offer. Apply now to join our team!

Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually. The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary professionals utilize state-of-the-art technology and a scientific, evidence-based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers. Committed to revolutionizing veterinary medicine, Ethos sets the standard in veterinary excellence. Discover more at EthosVet.com.

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