Shift Lead

Qualifications

• Leadership, Priority Setting, Approachability, Directing Others, Conflict Management, Customer Focus, Peer Relationships, Communication Skills, Functional/Technical Skills, Action Oriented, Motivating Others
• Ability to multi‑task – manages multiple tasks at one time; quickly and accurately shifts attention among multiple tasks under distracting conditions without loss of accuracy or appearance of frustration
• Organizational ability – demonstrates a systematic approach in carrying out assignments
• Is very orderly and excels at cutting through confusion and turning chaos into order
• Problem solving skills – demonstrates a strong ability to identify, analyze and solve problems; translates problems into practical solutions
• Intellectual ability – accurately and consistently follows instructions delivered in oral, written or diagram format
• Mathematical ability – add, subtract, multiply and divide, compute rate, ratio and percent; convert units of measurement
• Computer skills – confidently uses a computer and specialized software
• Initiative – shows willingness and aptitude to use own discretion to find solutions to problems; presents options and ideas to enhance processes
• Cooperativeness – willing to work with others, collaborating and compromising where necessary; promptly share relevant information
• Flexibility – open to changing situations and opportunities and willing to perform all tasks assigned
• Independence – able and willing to perform tasks without supervision
• Tolerance for Stress / Resiliency – maintains a positive "can do" outlook, rebounds quickly from frustrations and maintains composure and friendly demeanor while dealing with stressful situations

Special Working Conditions

• Ability to be confident around pets (dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, etc.)
• Client needs and work volume may often require more than 40 hours per week to complete essential duties of this job
• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form and solve problems involving several variables
• Requires ambulatory skills sufficient to perform duties while at hospital and to visit various locations
• Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb as well as manipulate (lift, carry, move) up to 50 pounds
• Requires good hand‑eye coordination, arm‑hand‑finger dexterity with the ability to reach and grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate equipment and read information
• Associate is routinely exposed to a variety of pets that may bite or scratch, and on occasion, exposed to anesthesia, radiation, biological hazards and medication/controlled substances

Pay Range

$16.65 - $21.28 Hourly

The pay range listed reflects a general hiring range for the area, with the specific rate determined based on the candidate’s experience, skill level, and education, and may vary depending on location or applicable minimum wage laws.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Generous Retirement Plans (401(k) and Roth) with company match
• Best‑in‑Class Student Debt Relief Program (for Full‑Time DVMs)
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Top‑Tier Mental Health and Wellbeing Resources, including free coaching and counseling sessions
• Associate Life Insurance (company‑paid) & Supplemental Life Insurance
• Company‑Paid Short‑ and Long‑Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid Parental Leave for both birth and adoption
• Continuing Education Allowance (for Eligible Positions)
• Back‑Up Child and Elder Care & Family Support Resources
• Fertility and Family Building Support
• Digital Exercise Therapy
• Voluntary Protection Benefits
• Legal Plan
• Identity Protection
• Commuter Benefits
• Three Free Optimum Wellness Plans for Pets
• Exclusive Discounts on products and services

Benefits eligibility is based on employment status. Full‑time (FT) Associates are eligible for all benefit programs (Student Debt Program available for FT DVMs only); Part‑time Associates are eligible for those benefits with an asterisk (*).