Hospital Manager

Mission Pet Health; Skokie (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted veterinary care for your de

Online discount platform

Teladoc 24/7 access to doctors

Job summary

Mission Pet Health is seeking a Hospital Manager for Companion Skokie, just north of Chicago, IL. This role focuses on leading a high-performing veterinary team, owning P&L responsibility, and ensuring exceptional client and patient care within a networked, growth-focused environment.

You will recruit, coach, and retain top talent, balance labor and inventory costs, and collaborate with a larger nationwide veterinary network to deliver high-quality medicine and outstanding outcomes for pets and

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing a P&L with track record of driving results.
• Experience recruiting, interviewing, and building high-quality teams.
• Strong leadership to foster a positive, high-performing culture.
• Excellent communication and conflict-resolution skills.
• Experience in veterinary/medical or customer-focused retail environment.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate a healthy, engaged, and collaborative team environment aligned with WAG values.
• Develop the career growth of all team members from onboarding to long-term development.
• Own the hospital's financial health, including P&L, labor costs, and inventory to meet business goals.
• Lead recruitment, interviewing, and hiring for all hospital roles.
• Champion the client experience, ensuring exceptional service and strengthening community relationships.

Skills

P&L management

Recruiting

Leadership

Communication

Conflict resolution

Industry experience

Job description

Welcome to Companion Skokie, where providing exceptional care is our daily mission. We are deeply proud to be AAHA Accredited, a distinction that confirms our commitment to the highest standards of veterinary excellence and patient safety in small animal medicine. Our dedication to quality has earned us the trust of the community, reflected in our outstanding 4.8-star Google rating. When you join us, you are joining a dedicated community of experienced professionals who are passionate about practicing high-quality medicine and helping you do your best work every single day. We understand that achieving your potential requires solid support. As a teammate at Companion Skokie, you become part of a robust national network dedicated to your professional growth. Whether you are looking to become a credentialed technician, move into a leadership position, or deepen your clinical skills, we have structured programs in place to help you achieve these career goals. Our culture emphasizes continuous learning, ensuring that you always have access to mentorship and educational opportunities necessary to succeed in a fast-paced medical environment. The quality of medicine you practice here is paramount. Focused exclusively on small animal care, you will benefit from established workflows designed to support complex cases efficiently. Our association with a larger veterinary network ensures that you are never isolated in your decision-making; all veterinarians have ready access to internal specialty consultations and resources to optimize patient outcomes. We strive to maintain state-of-the-art facilities and equipment, allowing you to focus purely on diagnostics and advanced treatment protocols, ultimately enhancing the lives of our pet patients. Located just north of Chicago, Skokie, IL offers the perfect balance of suburban community charm and metropolitan access. Known for its rich cultural diversity and excellent local amenities, Skokie provides an ideal setting for both individuals and families. You will find beautiful parks, acclaimed schools, and easy public transit access into the heart of downtown Chicago for world-class dining, arts, and entertainment. This location allows you to enjoy a high quality of life with the professional benefit of working within a highly respected local medical institution.

Your Impact as a Hospital Manager

• Cultivate a Healthy Culture: You'll be the champion for a positive, engaged, and collaborative team environment that aligns with our WAG values.
• Develop Your Team: You'll guide the career development of all team members, from onboarding and training to long-term growth and success.
• Drive Business Success: You'll have ownership of the hospital's financial health, managing the P&L, labor costs, and inventory to meet and exceed business goals.
• Build a High-Performing Team: You'll take the lead on recruiting, interviewing, and hiring top talent for all hospital roles.
• Champion the Client Experience: You'll ensure every client and pet receives exceptional service, proactively addressing concerns to build lasting community relationships.

What You'll Bring to the Team

• Proven experience managing a P&L, with a track record of driving results.
• A successful background in recruiting, interviewing, and building high-quality teams.
• Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to foster a positive, high-performing culture.
• Strong communication and conflict-resolution skills.
• Previous management experience in a veterinary, medical, or customer-focused retail environment is required.

How You're Supported

As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the stability of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you, so you can focus on what you love.

Note: Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support you at every stage. Eligibility for specific benefits varies based on your role and hours worked.

Competitive Compensation

A competitive hourly rate or salary based on your experience and role.

Health & Wellbeing

We offer comprehensive coverage options including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, along with access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all teammates.

Financial Security

Plan for your future with our 401k retirement options and additional financial protection benefits like Life Insurance and Disability coverage.

Commitment to Growth

We support your career goals with opportunities for professional development, including educational assistance for qualified teammates to enroll in AVMA-accredited veterinary technician programs.

The Power of a Network

Join a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals who share a passion for collaboration, career growth, and sharing best practices.

Valuable Perks

• Discounted veterinary care for your own pets
• Access to an online discount platform
• Free 24/7 access to doctors through Teladoc

About Mission Pet Health

Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 850+ hospital teams on a hyper-local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at missionpethealth.com.

Driving the award-winning culture are the WAG values – Work Together, Amaze, and Grow

Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led, people-focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine. We are proud to be recognized as a 2025 "Most Loved Workplace," ranked #2 in America's Top 100 and #1 in veterinary care.

Reasonable Accommodations:

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation. Please contact [e-mail] with your request and contact information.

EEO Statement:

Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.