Veterinary Technician Supervisor (Emergency/Critical Care)

Job Title: Veterinary Technician Supervisor - EmergencyCritical Care

Req Id: 40729

Job Description:

The EmergencyCritical Care section at Purdue University Veterinary Hospital is looking for an experienced credentialed veterinary technician to join the Supervisory Team. Working alongside a dedicated team of shift supervisors, the right candidate will have a passion for leadership and a desire to mentor veterinary technicians and students.

The responsibilities of this salaried role include:

• Recruiting
• Interviewing
• Training
• Schedule creation and maintenance
• Annual team performance reviews
• Disciplinary action

Supervisors are expected to work clinical floor shifts according to hospital need and will also participate in on-call coverage. The ECC team works alongside 4 DACVECC veterinarians.

About Us:

The Purdue Veterinary Hospital highly values the exceptional skills and knowledge our staff bring to our hospital, benefiting our students and patients alike. Located in the picturesque town of West Lafayette, Indiana, Purdue University boasts a stunning campus that houses both a renowned College of Veterinary Medicine and comprehensive Associate and Bachelor degree programs in Veterinary Nursing.

Our team plays a crucial role in teaching and mentoring students throughout the year, shaping the future of veterinary care. As a member of our university staff, you will enjoy a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and retirement contributions.

What Were Looking For:

Education and Experience:

Qualified candidates will need:

• Associates or Bachelors degree from an AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology Program
• 3 years of experience as a credentialed technician in a specialty hospital or veterinary teaching hospital
• Consideration will be given to an equivalent combination of related education and required work experience
• Must become RVT in Indiana within 12 months of hire
• Minimum 1 year supervisory experience

Skills Needed:

• Ability to listen to and follow both verbal and written directions
• Must possess good oral and written communication skills with the ability to read and write in English
• Must possess a knowledge level enough to explain and demonstrate both routine and advanced veterinary medical concepts and procedures to aid in instruction of Veterinary Technicians, interns, residents, veterinary students, and veterinary technology students
• Ability to handle the physical and emotional aspect of work in a veterinary hospital environment
• Ability to work under pressure in emergency situations

Preferred Experience:

• Experience in an emergency multispecialty veterinary hospital or veterinary teaching hospital
• Experience in general practice

Additional Information:

To learn more about Purdues benefits summary, CLICK HERE. Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position. A background check will be required for employment in this position.

Job Details:

• Pay Band: S065
• Job Code: 20003309
• Link to Purdue Universitys Compensation Guidelines: https://www.purdue.edu/hrmng/career/compguidelines/index.php
• FLSA Exempt: Not Eligible for Overtime
• Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contributions immediately

Career Stream Management 2

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Posting Start Date: 02/13/26