Veterinary Department Manager – Internal Medicine / Critical Care

Description

Are you an experienced Department Manager with a passion for leadership and a talent for managing dynamic teams Pieper Veterinary invites you to bring your skills energy and dedication to Pieper Memorial Veterinary Center located in Middletown CT a VECCS Level I Facility committed to delivering the highest standard of patient care We are looking for professionals who take pride in their work and are excited to foster a positive efficient and collaborative environment Our vision is simple to make the communityand the animals and people in ithappier and healthier If these values resonate with you we encourage you to explore a leadership role with us

What to Expect

• Commitment to Continuing Education: We want to retain and develop our talent to the best of our ability You can expect numerous in house CE opportunities and any mentoring available to support and achieve your goals
• Career Advancement: We pride ourselves on recognizing top talent and strong work ethic and if you demonstrate those things you can expect to be promoted from within
• Environment of Belonging: With so many specialties at your fingertips its easy to find where you fit We also promote an environment of inclusivity so that everyone feels welcome
• Environment of Collaboration: Our VECCS Level 1 Certified Hospital includes specialists in Emergency & Critical Care Neurology Internal Medicine Oncology Surgery and Exotics and a full staff of experienced Emergency and Primary Care Veterinarians With the support of their technicians assistants and liaisons the hospital teams work closely together to deliver the highest quality of care

About You

• Pieper Memorial Veterinary Center is seeking a dedicated and skilled Department Manager to oversee the day to day operations of our Internal Medicine and Critical Care teams In this role you will manage staff ensure the delivery of exceptional patient care and provide the resources and support needed for our clients patients and the entire Pieper team The ideal candidate is an experienced Veterinary Technician CVT or VTS preferred with 35 years of supervisory or leadership experience ideally in a 247 emergency specialty or high volume practice
• This role requires a strong combination of technical expertise and leadership skills including the ability to work alongside your team in a clinical capacity for approximately 50 of your time We believe that the best patient care comes from collaboration mentorship and mutual support We strongly believe that veterinary medicine is a team sport and we value collaboration from every staff member Your voice insight and leadership will not only be welcomedthey will make a real difference

Anticipated Schedule

5 days a week week 1 4 days a week week 2 Schedule will rotate days throughout the quarter to ensure touch point with all staff on services This will be planned out in advance with the department manager Weekends and Holidays are required

Compensation

Pay range starts at based on experience certifications

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and support a team of 15 25 veterinary technicians and assistants including hiring onboarding scheduling and performance management
• Develop personalized growth plans and provide mentorship and professional development opportunities to staff
• Collaborate with the head of services to improve workflows and increase departmental efficiency while maintaining high quality care
• Provide advanced nursing care to hospitalized patients
• Proficient in anesthesia including critical patients
• Teach basic and advanced veterinary skills to new and experienced assistants and veterinary technicians
• Address client concerns and ensure smooth department operations
• Work closely with the clinical director to set and achieve operational and financial goals for the department
• Participate in a rotating Manager on Duty schedule
• Clinical time on the floor 50

Whats in it for you

• Supportive culture with social events & team building
• Competitive paid time off & holidays
• Career Growth & Training Opportunities
• Comprehensive medical dental and vision insurance
• Mental Health Focused Services
• 401k plan with strong employer match
• Up to 75 employee pet care discount
• Annual uniform allowance
• Team Building: We know its not always easy to make a move We treat all interviews as confidential and if a casual chat is more your style we can do that too We genuinely love what we do and the people we work with

Requirements

• Experienced Veterinary Technician with a CVT or VTS certification preferred
• Minimum of 3 years experience in supervisory role ideally in a 247 specialty emergency practice
• Strong clinical skills and experience with a variety of procedures
• Proven leadership ability and a passion for mentoring and team development
• Must be flexible to meet the needs of the departments assigned
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to multi task
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Proven experience developing and growing teams
• Comfortable with Microsoft Applications Word Excel Outlook etc
• Must be 18 years or older to apply ACP1