Veterinary Hospital Manager
About The Position
Mission Valley Veterinary Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Hospital Manager who brings together operational excellence, strong clinical knowledge, a talent for mentorship, and a commitment to team culture. This is a working leadership role, and the ideal candidate will be either a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) or an experienced Veterinary Assistant with demonstrated leadership experience. In addition to managing hospital operations, this individual will be expected to actively support the medical team and assist with patient care as needed. As our Hospital Manager, you'll work closely with the Medical Director and leadership team, taking ownership of daily operations while helping ensure exceptional patient care and a positive experience for clients and staff alike.
Requirements
- Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) preferred, or experienced Veterinary Assistant with demonstrated leadership experience required.
- 3+ years of veterinary leadership experience, including supervision, training, scheduling, and performance management.
- Strong understanding of veterinary hospital operations and clinical workflows.
- Ability to effectively partner with veterinarians, department leads, and support staff to drive accountability, collaboration, and operational excellence.
- Experience with recruiting, hiring, onboarding, and employee development.
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Financial acumen, including experience with budgeting, inventory management, payroll, or hospital performance metrics.
- Resilient, adaptable, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Willingness and ability to support hospital operations and assist the medical team as needed.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a resource for the medical team, assist with patient care and treatment workflows as needed, support training and development of clinical staff, and help maintain high standards of medical care throughout the hospital.
- Monitor hospital performance, manage budgets, oversee payroll and financial operations, and drive business growth through data-informed decisions.
- Ensure efficient workflow, maintain regulatory compliance (OSHA, DEA, VMB), manage equipment and inventory, and implement hospital policies and procedures.
- Collaborate with leadership to develop and execute long-term goals, expand services, and support referral and business partnerships.
- Lead day-to-day operations, scheduling, and maintenance while aligning administrative functions with overall hospital objectives.
- Oversee marketing strategies, resolve client concerns, enhance the client experience, and foster retention and growth.
- Manage and support hospital team members across all departments, including partnering with veterinarians and department leaders to ensure accountability, operational consistency, and effective communication. Oversee hiring and development, maintain staffing levels, support performance management initiatives, and promote a positive, inclusive workplace culture.
Benefits
- Bi-annual bonus opportunities
- Hiring bonus package
- CE allowance
- Health, dental, and vision coverage with HSA option and choice of United Healthcare and Kaiser Permanente
- Life insurance, disability, and 401k options
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
- Personal pet discount
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
