Veterinary Hospital Administrator

Western Veterinary Partners; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Foothill Farms Veterinary Hospital is seeking a Hospital Administrator to lead operations and support its mission of compassionate care. This role requires strategic planning and collaboration with the Medical Director to ensure high performance and compliance while fostering a positive and effective workplace for employees.

Benefits

CE allowance of $500 first year, $1,000 annually

Health package including medical, dental, and vision

Life insurance and 401k options

Paid time off

Personal pet discount

Cell phone stipend

Qualifications

• 5+ years of veterinary or healthcare management experience.
• Proven track record of managing high-performing teams.
• Strong experience with budgeting and forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee hospital operations and ensure alignment of clinical and operational goals.
• Develop and implement strategies for financial performance and efficiency.
• Support recruiting, onboarding, and retaining top talent.

Skills

Leadership

Financial acumen

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Decision-making

Education

CVPM or MBA

Tools

Practice management systems (Cornerstone)

Job description

Foothill Farms Veterinary Hospital is thrilled to expand our leadership team with the addition of a Hospital Administrator! We’re looking for a dynamic and visionary leader to oversee all aspects of hospital operations, support our mission of compassionate care, and cultivate a thriving, collaborative environment for our team.

As the Hospital Administrator, you will be responsible for strategic planning, high-level business operations, and driving hospital performance alongside our Medical Director. You will work closely with the Hospital Manager, providing support and guidance to ensure smooth day-to-day operations and long-term success.

In this role, you will provide leadership and guidance across all departments, ensuring alignment between clinical and operational goals. You will develop and implement operational strategies to support both short- and long-term objectives, while overseeing hospital financial performance—including forecasting, budgeting, revenue growth, and expense control. By monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs), you will identify and address areas of opportunity to enhance efficiency and profitability. Your leadership will also support recruiting, onboarding, and retaining top talent, while fostering a culture of accountability, positivity, and collaboration. In partnership with the Medical Director, you’ll ensure compliance with all relevant veterinary regulations and corporate policies, while actively identifying opportunities for hospital growth, community outreach, and marketing initiatives.

This is a full-time, salaried position with flexible availibility needed to meet the evolving needs of the practice.

Full-time benefits and compensation**:

• Compensation: $75-90k annually*
• CE allowance: $500 the first year, $1,000 annually thereafter for those with current CVPM Certification
• Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance with HSA and choice of United Healthcare or 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
• Cell phone stipend

Minimum qualifications and skill set:

• 5+ years of veterinary or healthcare management experience
• Proven track record of managing high-performing teams and developing leaders
• Strong financial acumen and experience with budgeting, payroll, and forecasting
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Confident decision-maker with a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset
• Experience with Cornerstone or other practice management systems
• CVPM, MBA, or relevant certification/degree strongly preferred

About us:

Foothill Farms Veterinary Hospital believes in providing a Fear Free experience for people and patients. We provide a broad spectrum of procedures, sound advice, and stress-free veterinary care to small animals and pocket pets. In addition to general wellness, soft tissue surgery, and dentistry, our team also provides holistic services (such as acupuncture), practices Reiki, and works closely with specialists for more intensive procedures and orthopedics. Our facility is well-equipped and full of incredible teammates who love people as much as they do animals. Our RVTs are well-utilized and many of our staff members are Fear Free certified professionals. Easily accessed off Auburn Blvd, our hospital is in a great location about 10 miles from downtown Sacramento.

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*To determine specific pay Company will consider the following factors: the applicant’s education, training, or experience related to the job position, geographic location where the work is performed, and other relevant factors.

**During the process, you may request more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location where the work is performed. Where required under applicable law, WVP provides eligible employees with leave, and similar benefits programs, all in accordance with state and local law.

WVP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local laws. WVP will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws.

Qualified Applicants with disabilities are entitled to reasonable accommodations under applicable state and local law, and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please contact People Operations, if you need assistance completing the application process.