Join the VCA Herndon Reston Animal Hospital Team! Location: 500 Elden St, Herndon, VA 20170 VCA Herndon-Reston Animal Hospital has been serving the community with compassionate veterinary care for over 30 years. We are proudly AAHA accredited and work in partnership with several local animal rescues and K9 law enforcement officers to keep the community safe and cared for. We are eager to welcome a Experienced Veterinary Assistant Supervisor. This role calls for a leader who is equal parts clinical expert and people-first manager — someone who leads with empathy, communicates clearly, and knows how to bring out the best in a team. The ideal candidate has a strong track record of building trust, strengthening collaboration, and creating a workplace where technicians feel heard, supported, and set up to succeed. If you thrive on strong team leadership, mentoring with patience, and leading by example, we want to hear from you. Compensation: $21.00 - $25.00 / hr is based on skill set and experience. Why join VCA Herndon-Reston? We are passionate about supporting veterinary technicians/assistants and are committed to your continuing education and personal career development. VCA is a community of dedicated professionals that will encourage you to explore everything your career has to offer. We are committed to equity, inclusion, and diversity, and strive to be a place where a talented mix of people want to come, stay, and do their best work. We support a work environment where you can focus on your career, your happiness, and the patients you serve. Below are some of the many benefits of joining the VCA team! Access to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary community Leadership opportunities Career development programs Opportunities to give back through strong shelter partnerships and VCA Charities Continuing education allowance Tuition support and sponsorships Veterinary Technician license reimbursement Free mental health and wellness subscriptions (Head Space) Referral bonuses Competitive wage Medical, dental & vision insurance Generous pet care discounts Life, long and short-term disability insurance Paid parental leave Paid vacation (2 weeks to start) and sick time 401(k) Full-time and Part-time positions available Why We Want You! Supervisor Responsibilities Leadership & Team Management Provide direct, hands-on leadership and mentorship for the CVT/VA team, including hiring, onboarding, scheduling, and performance management Build and maintain nursing schedules, and coverage plans that support consistent, high-quality patient care Lead regular one-on-ones and check-ins focused on communication, trust, and team cohesion Model calm, steady leadership that helps the team navigate change and grow stronger together Clinical Standards & Patient Care Establish and uphold clinical protocols and nursing care standards across the hospital Oversee patient monitoring, treatment administration, anesthesia support, and surgical assistance Ensure compliance with drug handling, controlled substance logging, and inventory control policies Partner closely with the medical director and veterinary team to maintain consistent, high-quality care Training & Professional Development Design and lead ongoing training and CE opportunities to keep the team sharp and engaged Serve as a clinical coach and mentor for CVTs, VAs, and student externs Support technicians pursuing specialty certifications and career growth Culture & Communication Foster open, honest communication and a collaborative team environment Actively work to strengthen morale, trust, and engagement across the nursing team Serve as a steady, approachable point of contact for staff concerns and team dynamics Operations & Compliance Monitor team retention, satisfaction, and workload balance, recommending improvements as needed Ensure compliance with all applicable veterinary practice acts, OSHA, and safety regulations We value your time, and that is why we have a very quick and easy application process. Apply today on our mobile-friendly application. We look forward to speaking with you! If you are a current associate, you need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs. Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more! The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development). We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com. A leader in veterinary care, VCA Animal Hospitals is committed to taking care of the future of veterinary medicine. We are a family of hometown animal hospitals determined to positively impact pets, people and our communities. From primary care to emergency, urgent and specialty care, VCA delivers world-class medicine and hometown care to more than four million pets each year. We invest in cutting-edge tools, training and technology that enable Associates across our national network of hospitals to lead the industry today and into tomorrow. Among our talented 35,000 Associates are nearly 7,000 veterinarians – including 500 who are board-certified specialists – nearly 4,000 credentialed technicians and over 10,000 veterinary assistants – all dedicated to giving pets the very best in medical care. The future of veterinary medicine is in our hands. Join us.

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