Consulting, training, leadership development, coaching, recruiting and relief staffing by veterinary professionals, for veterinary professionals.
Currently Serving Washington State for in-person services
Virtual coaching & leadership services available nationwide.
Welcome to Veterinary Superheroes Relief Services!
Whether you’re a hospital struggling to fill Licensed Technician shifts or a Licensed Technician seeking shifts that give you control of your schedule and life, we’re here for you!
Veterinary Heroes Relief Service was established in 2021 by a Licensed Veterinary Technician, Practice Manager and mother of two who was faced with both the struggles of the business finding staff and as a technician facing burnout.
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There's no question that finding strong, licensed technical staff was difficult in the years prior, but that only became more difficult with the rise of the pandemic in 2020. Our patient loads increased with so many individuals working from home and noticing illness more quickly in addition to adding new furry members to their families. Many clients, believed to be frustrated by the pandemic, became increasingly aggressive and verbally abusive with veterinary staff. In addition, fewer and fewer technicians were graduating out of what were once busy programs. Clinics were more short handed than ever, coupled with increased business, due to isolation or exposure absences. Every team member began doing twice the work they had before! We watched as technician after technician began leaving the field due to burnout and poor wages. This poses problems for hospitals and dedicated care providers.
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We have a solution for both! See how we can help you today.
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What are you waiting for?
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Meet Our Featured Technicians!
Meet some of the team behind Veterinary Superheroes Relief Services.
Tracy
LVT, Owner
Joe
LVT - Region 1
Jennifer
LVT - Region 6
Karry
LVT - Region 2
Rhett
LVT - Region 2
Candyce
LVT - Region 6
Lindsey
LVT - Region 4
Cassandra
LVT - Region 6
Dwayne
LVT - Region 1
Pam
LVT - Region 1
Shanley
LVT - Region 1
Jason
LVT - Region 2
Shenandoah
LVT - Region 6
Jennifer
LVT - Region 4
Eden
LVT - Region 2
Michaela
LVT - Region 1
Christina
LVT - Region 2
Alyssa
LVT - Region 1
Samantha
LVT - Region 2
Lali
LVT - Region 2
FAQs For Hospitals
Why should I hire a relief technician?
Decrease payroll and overtime costs
Illness
Vacation
Maternity leave
During candidate searches and hiring processes
Expansion of services
How Can Relief LVTs Help You Minimize Employee Overtime Cost?
What does it ACTUALLY* cost to per hour of overtime for your credentialed technician?
Hourly Wage $25 base pay (Time and a half): $37.50
Social Security and Medicare Tax: $5.74
Federal Taxes: $4.00+
Unemployment Tax: Varies
Unemployment Insurance: Varies
Worker’s Compensation: Varies
Total: $47.24+/hour
Additional costs of PTO, employee benefits based on hours worked, as well as decreased productivity and increased absenteeism, etc. related to overtime are not included.
* Taxes costs are estimates and not actual. Actual costs should be obtained after consulting a tax professional.
Are they an employee of the clinic?
Relief LVTs from Veterinary Heroes are not employees of the clinic or hospital. Veterinary Heroes Relief Services are therefore responsible for all screening, hiring, Human Resources protocols and wages. You approve time cards and pay Veterinary Heroes Relief Services and we do the rest!
What is a relief LVT?
A relief Licensed Veterinary Technician is very similar to a relief Veterinarian. A relief LVT is an outside agent/agency hired by an organization to provide veterinary technology skills and support, acting as part of the veterinary healthcare team, during times of insufficient support staff.
How does the billing work?
There is no cost to join or post shifts with Veterinary Heroes Relief Service. Your hospital will never be charged until we’re able to fill your shift. You will be provided with a PDF copy of each invoice in your hospital account for accurate bookkeeping.
What if I need to change or remove a shift?
If there has been no confirmation of scheduling for an LVT, then you may change or remove your shift at any time. Once an LVT has been confirmed for a shift, you must contact is directly to modify or remove. Shifts booked with LVTs that are and cancelled within seven (7) days are subject to compensation. Scheduling fees outside of hourly rates are non-refundable 24-hours after the shift has been set.
What if I want to hire the LVT full-time at my hospital?
That’s great news! We welcome the opportunity for Veterinary Superheroes LVTs to transition to full-time placements at hospitals. You will need to notify Veterinary Superheroes and pay a placement fee for this referral service. It is ESSENTIAL that you work with Veterinary Superheroes on reporting this placement, as you are subject to our terms & conditions and potential penalty fees should you not follow the rules.
What is my hospital staff responsible for when a Veterinary Superheroes Relief LVT comes to my hospital for a shift?
To ensure the Veterinary Superheroes shift is a success you MUST contact the relief LVT at least 24 hours before the shift and provide them information on the shift day’s activities as well as any other relevant hospital information. During the day of the shift, please ensure you introduce yourself properly and prep the LVT as best as possible.
FAQs For Technicians
Why should I join Veterinary Superheroes Relief Service?
Veterinary Superheroes allows you to take control of your schedule providing you the opportunity for flexible work hours, dictated by you. Ease of use of our website paired with hospital relief shift opportunities allow you to work where you want, when you want.
Veterinary Superheroes aims to provide full transparency on the hospital to ensure better matching. Ultimately, we aim to empower you so you have better work schedule, a community full of other professionals, and other support vehicles that we hope will give you a better quality of life.
Am I an employee or a contractor?
Based on the work, you’re a W2 employee of Veterinary Superheroes Relief Service. This is due to state regulations and keeps you from having to have an individual business license to pick up shifts at other locations. That being said, it’s unlike any other position you’ve ever had. You choose your hours, availability and frequency.
Do I need to work a certain number of shifts to stay active?
No, you are welcome to complete one shift or as many as you want–it’s up to you!
Is there anything I need to do right before my shift?
Prior to your shift, the hospital should contact you at least 24 hours before to confirm. If you are no longer able to perform your shift or you will be late for any reason, it is imperative that you contact the hospital with as much advance notice as possible. Cancelling a shift without cause or failing to show up will result in disciplinary action including removal from the service.
Get in Touch
Veterinary Superheroes Relief Services is committed to exceeding your needs. Questions, comments or special requests? We’d love to hear from you, so don’t hesitate to reach out today.
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