Practice Manager
About The Position
Locust Valley Veterinary Clinic, a proud 2-Time Innovetive Petcare Culture Award Winner, is looking for a compassionate, collaborative, and hands-on Veterinary Practice Manager to help lead their exceptional team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys balancing leadership with patient care and believes that a thriving hospital starts with a supported team and an outstanding client experience. While LVT licensure is not required, candidates should have previous veterinary hospital experience, strong clinical knowledge, and a passion for developing people and creating positive hospital culture. As the Veterinary Practice Manager, you'll partner closely with the Managing Veterinarian and hospital leadership to oversee the day-to-day operations of the practice while serving as a visible, supportive presence for the team. This is a true hands-on leadership role.
Requirements
- Minimum 3+ years experience in a veterinary hospital or clinic (required).
- Strong Veterinary Assistant or Technician skills: patient handling, assisting doctors/techs, treatment support, and clinic workflow.
- Strong knowledge of veterinary clinic operations and hospital flow.
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and team leadership skills.
- Highly organized, adaptable, and calm under pressure.
Nice To Haves
- Leadership or supervisory experience strongly preferred.
- Experience with practice management software is a plus.
- LVT license welcome but not required.
Responsibilities
- Oversee daily operations of a small animal veterinary clinic.
- Support hospital workflow, scheduling, and team coordination.
- Assist on the floor with patient handling, restraint, and workflow support as needed.
- Partner with the MDVM to manage staffing, scheduling, and performance.
- Help drive client experience initiatives and client service standards.
- Support administrative functions, including payroll coordination, inventory oversight, and hospital procedures.
- Coach, support, and mentor team members.
- Identify process improvements and help optimize hospital efficiency.
- Act as a bridge between leadership and the hospital team.
Benefits
- 401(k) with company match
- Competitive compensation ($28-35/h)
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Employee pet care discounts
- Ongoing training and career development
- Opportunities for growth within a supportive team environment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
