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Thrive Pet Healthcare · 22 hours ago

Veterinary Technician- Inventory Manager

Thrive Pet Healthcare is seeking an Inventory Manager/Veterinary Technician to join their growing team. This role involves overseeing inventory management and supporting veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care, while also managing supply activities and maintaining accurate records.

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Responsibilities

Establish inventory control systems to assure adequate stocks of supplies are available at each location. Working with vendor representatives, negotiate best prices for all products purchased
Manage supply activities. Supervise maintenance and proper storage of supplies and equipment. Analyze and monitor the turnover rate of supplies and equipment and provide necessary guidance in the requisition to replenish needed requirements
Meet with vendors to learn about new products, services, and pricing structures
Meet with the management team and practitioners regularly to assess product availability, concerns, and application
Stay current regarding any recent developments relative to new products or current products that are subject to backorders or being discontinued, share knowledge with team members
Monitor inventory costs and mark-up items according to the standardized industry benchmarks
Oversee the process of the receipt of shipment and unpacking of all inventory orders. Verify that all shipment documents match the shipment order and are received and undamaged. Returns incorrect or damaged shipments
Approve invoices in Workday and ensure they are correctly allocated to our location and coding
Monitor inventory and return items before they expire as well as return overstock items
Coordinate the ordering, logging, and tracking of controlled substances in the hospital, including maintaining stock in the lockboxes and keeping the lockbox integrity intact. (e.g., change locks, distribute keys)
Oversee and utilize the hospital’s computer software to accurately and timely enter inventory data and coordinate with management any updates that are made to inventory items in regards to prices, markups, etc
Ensure that state pharmacy regulations and federal drug regulations are followed; coordinate with supervisors on controlled substance logs
Oversee the maintenance of accurate SDS sheets and coordinate training and instruction with management and/or the hospital’s OSHA Safety Officer on any pertinent information regarding hazardous chemicals and/or products
Oversee physical inventory counts for quarterly and year-end to assure accurate numbers as dictated by the hospital’s management
Oversee equipment maintenance, repair, and ordering
Work well with all team members and ensure that your actions support the hospital, the doctors, and the practice philosophy
Has transportation and is able to run errands as needed for hospital supplies
Perform other duties as assigned
Support veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care, advocate for pets, and educate clients
With each hospital function, assist veterinarians and the medical team to maximize productivity and maintain positive patient flow
Assist with surgeries and procedures in accordance with your state's Veterinary Practice Act outlined for credentialed veterinary technicians
Communicate with clients about individualized pet health concerns and offer guidance on Thrive Membership options, medications, and additional
Assist in maintaining relevant, comprehensive medical records with the support of practice systems
Obtain relevant health history and information from clients and maintain medical charts
Use safe restraining techniques, follow standard protocols, and sustain clean, sterile, organized treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs
Be willing to guide, mentor, and support fellow team members

Qualification

Inventory managementVeterinary technician skillsVendor negotiationMS OfficeVeterinary software systemsCustomer serviceCommunicationLeadership skillsCritical thinkingTeamwork

Required

Establish inventory control systems to assure adequate stocks of supplies are available at each location
Working with vendor representatives, negotiate best prices for all products purchased
Manage supply activities
Supervise maintenance and proper storage of supplies and equipment
Analyze and monitor the turnover rate of supplies and equipment and provide necessary guidance in the requisition to replenish needed requirements
Meet with vendors to learn about new products, services, and pricing structures
Meet with the management team and practitioners regularly to assess product availability, concerns, and application
Stay current regarding any recent developments relative to new products or current products that are subject to backorders or being discontinued, share knowledge with team members
Monitor inventory costs and mark-up items according to the standardized industry benchmarks
Oversee the process of the receipt of shipment and unpacking of all inventory orders
Verify that all shipment documents match the shipment order and are received and undamaged
Returns incorrect or damaged shipments
Approve invoices in Workday and ensure they are correctly allocated to our location and coding
Monitor inventory and return items before they expire as well as return overstock items
Coordinate the ordering, logging, and tracking of controlled substances in the hospital
Oversee and utilize the hospital's computer software to accurately and timely enter inventory data
Ensure that state pharmacy regulations and federal drug regulations are followed
Coordinate with supervisors on controlled substance logs
Oversee the maintenance of accurate SDS sheets
Coordinate training and instruction with management and/or the hospital's OSHA Safety Officer
Oversee physical inventory counts for quarterly and year-end to assure accurate numbers
Oversee equipment maintenance, repair, and ordering
Work well with all team members and ensure that your actions support the hospital, the doctors, and the practice philosophy
Has transportation and is able to run errands as needed for hospital supplies
Perform other duties as assigned
Support veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care, advocate for pets, and educate clients
With each hospital function, assist veterinarians and the medical team to maximize productivity and maintain positive patient flow
Assist with surgeries and procedures in accordance with your state's Veterinary Practice Act outlined for credentialed veterinary technicians
Communicate with clients about individualized pet health concerns and offer guidance on Thrive Membership options, medications, and additional
Assist in maintaining relevant, comprehensive medical records with the support of practice systems
Obtain relevant health history and information from clients and maintain medical charts
Use safe restraining techniques, follow standard protocols, and sustain clean, sterile, organized treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs
Be willing to guide, mentor, and support fellow team members
Demonstrates initiative and self-motivation to follow through on all responsibilities in a timely manner
Understand and carry out oral and written directions
Strong computer skills including MS Office (Word, Excel), email, and multiple veterinary software systems
Knowledge of the use, care, and storage of veterinary instruments, materials, and equipment and office equipment
Strong communication, leadership, and motivation skills
Has the ability to effectively solve problems dealing with staff conflict to personnel issues and performance
Has the ability to direct, guide, and assist a group of individuals
Requires strong customer service, communication, and leadership skills
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar
Critical thinking - Understanding logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
Commitment to working within a team environment
Positive, will-do attitude!
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Proven ability to multi-task in a busy work setting
Professional demeanor and outgoing personality

Preferred

Prefer one year of recent experience in an emergency or specialty setting

Benefits

Paid time off including 8-weeks of full-pay parental leave, bereavement to grieve both humans and pets, and time off for new pet adoptions
Top quality medical, dental, and vision insurance plus health savings account and flexible spending account
Pet perks including free exams, discounts on products and services, and more at all Thrive Pet Healthcare locations
Generously subsidized backup and ongoing care support for children, adults, and pets
Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions
401k with employer contribution and no waiting period
Tenure-based incentive program and performance bonuses
Continuing education and development support through our library of free CE courses and paid time off to complete
Scholarship opportunities and student loan support program and so much more!

Company

Thrive Pet Healthcare

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Thrive Pet Healthcare offers routine wellness, emergency and speciality care, surgery, boarding, and grooming services for pets.

H1B Sponsorship

Thrive Pet Healthcare has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2021 (3)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$386M
Key Investors
TSG Consumer Partners
2025-03-31Debt Financing· $350M
2023-07-12Private Equity· $36M

Leadership Team

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Tad Stahel
Chief Executive Officer
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Joseph Mazzarella
Chief Technology Officer
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