Manager- Vet Tech

Job Description

The Veterinary Technician Manager oversees the veterinary technical team within the Clinical Sciences Department at Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine in Basseterre, St. Kitts. This full-time role supports large- and small-animal teaching, clinical skills instruction, surgery laboratories, the Ross University Veterinary Clinic, and clinical care for RUSVM-owned animals. The manager supervises four certified lead veterinary technicians, six certified veterinary technicians, and 20 veterinary assistants. Working with department and academic division leaders, the manager coordinates team training, continuing education, career development, performance reviews, work and vacation schedules, time clocks, compensatory time, recruitment, technician allocation, and cross-training. The role also supports annual budgeting and purchasing, ensures adequate technician coverage for teaching and clinical care, and helps maintain efficient operations across the department. Applicants must have seven years of experience in small- or large-animal clinical practice as a certified veterinary technician or nurse, or an equivalent international qualification. Microsoft Office experience, strong veterinary technical and theoretical knowledge, leadership experience, effective communication skills, and the ability to work collegially with veterinary students and colleagues are required. Flexibility to provide emergency coverage after hours, on weekends, and on holidays is also required. For the most current details, review the full posting on the employer’s application page.