Veterinary Clinical Manager

Veterinary Clinical Nursing Manager - CVT/LVT/RVT/VTS | $80,000–$85,000 | $2,500 Sign-On or Relocation Bonus

South Asheville Veterinary Emergency & Specialty (SAVES) | Asheville, NC

Full-Time | Monday–Friday | Flexible Schedule Based on Hospital Needs

South Asheville Veterinary Emergency & Specialty (SAVES) is seeking a full-time Clinical Nursing Manager to lead our Emergency and Specialty Services teams in Asheville, NC. This leadership opportunity is ideal for an experienced Credentialed Veterinary Technician with a passion for mentorship, team development, operational excellence, and advancing high-quality specialty and emergency patient care. As Clinical Nursing Manager, you'll work closely with hospital leadership to support clinical operations while helping Veterinary Technicians and assistants grow professionally in a collaborative, state-of-the-art specialty hospital.

Compensation

• $80,000–$85,000 annually based on experience

• $2,500 Sign-On Bonus or Relocation Bonus available for qualified candidates

Full-Time Benefits

• $1,500 annual CE allowance for Registered Veterinary Technician team members
• Out-of-state license transfer costs covered
• Additional compensation available for VTS candidates
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Generous paid time off
• Discounted employee pet insurance
• Access to VetBloom RACE-approved CE platform
• Nursing Leadership Program opportunities
• Peer-to-peer mentorship programs
• Recover and Fear Free certification initiatives
• Veterinary Nurse Champion Awards
• Career Growth Opportunities
• Work-life balance focused culture

Schedule

• Full-Time

• Monday–Friday

• Flexible schedule based on hospital operational needs

Responsibilities

Leadership & Clinical Operations

• Lead the daily operations of the Emergency and Specialty clinical teams while maintaining exceptional standards of patient care.

• Partner with the Hospital Director and Medical Director to establish clinical goals, improve workflows, and support hospital initiatives.

• Serve as a resource and mentor for Veterinary Technicians, Veterinary Assistants, and clinical leadership.

• Promote a collaborative, positive culture centered on teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Training & Professional Development

• Develop and implement onboarding, training, and competency programs for clinical team members.

• Create service-specific training plans and provide regular progress updates to hospital leadership.

• Coordinate training sessions, educational materials, attendance records, and continuing education opportunities.

• Conduct regular meetings focused on performance, employee development, morale, wellness, and professional growth.

• Ensure all clinical team members receive the training and support needed to succeed in their roles.

Staff Leadership

• Establish clear expectations and provide coaching, performance feedback, and accountability for clinical staff.

• Collaborate with supervisors and department leaders to address staffing needs, workflow challenges, and operational priorities.

• Support employee engagement, retention, and career development while modeling Ethos Veterinary Health's core values.

Student & Externship Program

• Administer the Veterinary Student and Veterinary Technician externship program.

• Serve as the primary contact for students and educational partners.

• Coordinate schedules, department rotations, onboarding, and required documentation to ensure a successful externship experience.

Collaboration & Hospital Support

• Participate in daily, weekly, and b