Veterinary Technician Supervisor - Specialty Medicine

Friendship Hospital for Animals, a premier AAHA-accredited hospital in Washington, D.C., is seeking a credentialed veterinary technician supervisor to lead our dynamic specialty medicine teams. This is a hands-on clinical leadership position, ideal for a technician who is passionate about advanced veterinary care and ready to take the next step in their career. You’ll work closely with a team of specialists and fellow leaders to drive excellence in patient care, mentor technical staff, and help shape a supportive, innovative environment where learning and collaboration thrive. Step into a role where your leadership makes a lasting impact and let’s do good medicine together.

About the role:

The incumbent is responsible for collaborating with the other team supervisors to oversee daily operations within our specialty departments. Some of the responsibilities include the following:

• Supervise staff scheduling and work flow to ensure a high standard of patient care is maintained at all times
• Serve as a liaison between the medical team and hospital leadership
• Lead hiring, onboarding, training, and performance reviews
• Assist with employee relations, education, and mentorship when appropriate
• Work closely with fellow supervisors and the Specialty Operations Manager to monitor performance indicators, improve interdepartmental relations, and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and maintain clinical excellence.
• Fit into and help uphold the standard and culture of medical excellence that Friendship is known for.

This role is split between clinical (70%) and administrative (30%)

Schedule: This is a full time position. Four 10 hour shifts weekly with some flexibility for adequate support. No holidays

What's in it for you?

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA/FSA
• Generous PTO and CE allowance
• Life insurance
• 401k with match
• Metro discounts with easy access to public transportation
• Pet care discounts and uniform allowance
• Access to advanced tools (MRI, CT, ventilator, ICU, dialysis)
• A welcoming, inclusive culture that values learning, kindness, and teamwork

Qualifications

• Credentialed veterinary technician (LVT, CVT, RVT) or eligibility to obtain licensure in any state required.
• At least one year in a related leadership role is required.
• At least 4 years of experience in specialty veterinary medicine is required, with experience in multiple departments preferred.
• Previous demonstrated success in training, mentoring, and supervising required.
• Specialty training or VTS highly preferred

We're exclusively seeking veterinary professionals who embrace a nurturing, cooperative, and ethical environment, where genuine individuals come together to share knowledge, uplift one another, grow, and do their best work – while having fun along the way.

Friendship Hospital for Animals is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Ready to join the team?
Apply now or learn more at friendshiphospital.com