Mill Pond Veterinary Manager in Branford CT

Community Veterinary Partners; Branford (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Employee discount

Job summary

Mill Pond Veterinary Hospital in Branford, CT, is seeking an experienced Practice Manager to lead financial and operational activities. You will collaborate with hospital leadership and the Community Veterinary Partners network to ensure efficient daily operations and strong financial performance.

Key responsibilities include staffing, budgeting, client relations, and community outreach, with a focus on delivering exceptional care and a supportive work environment for the team.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of hospital management experience, preferably in a veterinary setting.
• Ability to lead a team and manage operations across departments.

Responsibilities

• Manage staff hiring, training, scheduling, and performance.
• Oversee hospital operations, inventory, equipment, and compliance.
• Handle client concerns and support marketing and community outreach.
• Monitor budgets, payroll, expenses, and financial results.
• Lead and support hospital team members.

Skills

Hospital management

Leadership

Education

College education

Veterinary practice management certification

Job description

At Mill Pond Veterinary Hospital, we're proud to be a cornerstone of the Branford community. For over 35 years, we've been dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality veterinary care while building lasting relationships with the pets and families we serve. Our team takes pride in delivering excellent medicine in a supportive, collaborative environment where every patient and every team member matters.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• A trusted part of the Branford community for over 35 years, caring for generations of pets with warmth and expertise
• A dedicated, highly skilled support team that makes your day smoother, more rewarding, and enjoyable
• A modern, well-equipped facility that empowers you to practice your best medicine
• A culture built on respect, collaboration, and a shared love for animals- and the people who love them
• Strong community connections, from local shelter partnerships to events that bring pets and people together

Life in Branford, CT

Nestled along the scenic Long Island Sound, Branford is where coastal charm meets suburban ease. Enjoy beaches, boating, and the best of small-town life—all just minutes from New Haven’s cultural hotspots and Yale University.

We are looking for an experience Practice Manager to join our team.

Practice Manager

The Practice Manager is the financial and operational leader of the Hospital. He/She works with the hospital leadership as well as Community Veterinary Partners to ensure efficient day-to-day operations and successful financial performance. The Practice Manager leads by example to motivate and inspire the team to provide excellent experience for our clients and their pets.

Responsibilities

• Manage staff hiring, training, scheduling, and performance.
• Oversee hospital operations, inventory, equipment, and compliance.
• Handle client concerns and support marketing and community outreach.
• Monitor budgets, payroll, expenses, and financial results.
• Lead and support hospital team members.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of hospital management experience; emergency or specialty experience preferred.
• College education and veterinary practice management certification preferred.

Benefits

• 401(k) with matching
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee discount