Hospital Manager - San Jose, CA

Vetcor•San Jose, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Princeton Veterinary Clinic in San Jose, California, is seeking a full-time Hospital Manager for its established, AAHA-accredited, full-service veterinary hospital serving dogs and cats. The clinic has digital radiography and digital dental X-ray technology, experienced support staff, and a community-focused approach to care. The Hospital Manager will lead and support the team, collaborate closely with the Chief of Staff and medical team, and help maintain a positive workplace culture while advancing hospital operations and patient and client experiences. The position is scheduled for 40 hours per week, primarily Monday through Friday, with weekends as needed. Compensation is $35–$41 per hour, depending on experience. The clinic is seeking a collaborative, people-focused leader who can balance team development with day-to-day hospital operations and support the hospital’s continued growth.

Requirements

Previous leadership, supervisory, or management experience is preferred.
Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to build relationships, motivate team members, and lead by example.
A positive, solutions-oriented approach and ability to balance people leadership with day-to-day hospital operations.
Commitment to helping team members grow, learn, and succeed in their roles.
A team-oriented professional who is passionate about veterinary medicine and supporting veterinary teams.

Nice To Haves

Registered Veterinary Technicians (RVTs) with leadership experience are encouraged to apply.
Supervisory or management experience in veterinary medicine or another relevant industry.
Experience in customer service, operations, healthcare, hospitality, or veterinary medicine.

Responsibilities

Provide day-to-day leadership and support to hospital team members.
Foster a positive, engaged, and accountable team culture.
Partner with the Chief of Staff to ensure smooth hospital operations and alignment on goals and priorities.
Build and maintain collaborative working relationships with the Chief of Staff and medical team to support clinical excellence and team success.
Oversee staff scheduling, training, coaching, and performance management.
Support employee engagement, team development, and retention initiatives.
Manage inventory, hospital operations, and administrative processes.
Identify opportunities to improve workflows, operational efficiency, and the client and team experience.
Help create an efficient, organized, and welcoming environment for clients, patients, and team members.
Lead by example while promoting compassionate patient care, exceptional client service, and a collaborative team environment.