Veterinary Hospital Manager

Cherry Grove Animal Hospital; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability

Employee Assistance Program

401k with match

Paid time off

CE allowance

Hiring bonus

Job summary

Cherry Grove Animal Hospital in Cincinnati, OH is seeking a Veterinary Hospital Manager who combines operational excellence with team leadership and a business-minded approach to growth. As Hospital Manager, you will partner with the Medical Director to oversee daily operations, budgets, staffing, and client experience, while mentoring department leads to build a positive, inclusive culture.

This full-time role offers a salary range of $60,000–$75,000, bonus opportunities, and a comprehensive

Qualifications

• 5+ years of leadership, business management, or operations management experience.
• Veterinary hospital management experience strongly preferred; dental healthcare practice management experience also considered.
• Bachelor's degree or CVPM, or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
• Proven ability to lead and coach teams and grow business profitability.
• Experience managing budgets, staffing, scheduling, and day-to-day operations.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• 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 client experience, and foster retention and growth.
• Manage and support department leads, oversee hiring and development, maintain staffing levels, and promote a positive, inclusive workplace culture.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Staffing

Operations management

Communication

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Vet hospital experience

Education

CVPM

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Practice management software

Payroll systems

Job description

Are you a natural leader with a passion for animal care and team development?

Cherry Grove Animal Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Hospital Manager who brings together operational excellence, a talent for mentorship, and a commitment to team culture. The ideal candidate will have prior veterinary experience and a proven background in leadership, training, and team development—paired with a business-minded approach to hospital growth.

As our Hospital Manager, you’ll work closely with the Medical Director and leadership team, taking ownership of daily operations and guiding our hospital toward continued success.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Financial Leadership: Monitor hospital performance, manage budgets, oversee payroll and financial operations, and drive business growth through data-informed decisions.
• Operational Oversight: Ensure efficient workflow, maintain regulatory compliance (OSHA, DEA, VMB), manage equipment and inventory, and implement hospital policies and procedures.
• Strategic Direction: Collaborate with leadership to develop and execute long-term goals, expand services, and support referral and business partnerships.
• Project & Facility Management: Lead day-to-day operations, scheduling, and maintenance while aligning administrative functions with overall hospital objectives.
• Client & Community Engagement: Oversee marketing strategies, resolve client concerns, enhance client experience, and foster retention and growth.
• Team Leadership: Manage and support department leads, oversee hiring and development, maintain staffing levels, and promote a positive, inclusive workplace culture.

Schedule, benefits and compensation**:

This is a full-time, salaried position and schedule flexibility is required based on business needs.

• Compensation: $ 60,000 - 75,000 annual base salary
• Bi-annual bonus opportunities: Based on hospital performance
• Hiring bonus package: $2,000 based on credentials
• CE allowance: up to $1,000 based on credentials
• Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k with match
• Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law

Your Qualifications:

• 5+ years of leadership, business management, or operations management experience required
• Veterinary hospital management experience strongly preferred; dental healthcare practice management experience also considered
• Previous veterinary experience required (e.g., Veterinary Technician, Veterinary Assistant, or Client Service Representative)
• Bachelor's degree, Certified Veterinary Practice Manager (CVPM), or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred
• Proven ability to lead and coach teams and grow business profitability
• Experience managing budgets, staffing, scheduling, and day-to-day operations
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Proficient with business software and able to adapt quickly to new systems

What makes Cherry Grove unique?

For more than 40 years, Cherry Grove Animal Hospital has been offering a full range of services to Southwest Ohio companion pets: surgery, dentistry, feline boarding, wellness exams, and more! We have great team longevity (most of our support staff has been with us formore than 8 years!) and we strive to provide our team and clients a positive environment they enjoy spending time at. We are a great combination of modern medical care, personalized attention, and extraordinary service. We have modern equipment, and our team is encouraged to stay current on industry advancements.As you consider your career goals, keep in mind how an opportunity with Cherry Grove Animal Hospital will help you achieve your aspirations.

This is a good-faith estimate based on the role's requirements at the time of posting. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and other benefits depending on role and location. A complete description of benefits available for this position will be provided during the hiring process. Where required under applicable law, Company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and other legally mandated benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.

Pay Range

$60,000 - $75,000 USD

Cherry Grove Animal Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.

Voluntary Self-Identification

As an equal opportunity employer, we invite applicants to voluntarily self-identify demographic information for compliance and reporting purposes. Completion of this form is entirely voluntary and refusal to provide this information will not subject you to any adverse treatment.

Any information provided will be kept confidential and maintained in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. This information will not be used in making hiring decisions.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.