Veterinary Hospital Manager

Abel Pet Clinic Inc.; Elk Grove (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Hiring bonus

CE allowance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability

EAP

401k

Paid time off

Pet discount

Uniform allowance

Job summary

Abel Pet Clinic in Elk Grove, CA is seeking a Veterinary Hospital Manager to lead daily operations while remaining actively involved in clinical care. The role is hands-on, with at least 50% of time spent on the floor alongside the nursing and hospital team.

The ideal candidate has veterinary hospital leadership experience, with a California-licensed RVT strongly preferred, and a track record of staffing and workflow management.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years in veterinary clinical roles with strong nursing skills.
• Experience in veterinary hospital management or leadership.
• Active California RVT license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Clinical Nursing: spend at least 50% on the floor assisting with appointments, surgery, dentistry, and procedures.
• Operational Oversight: manage daily workflow, scheduling, inventory, equipment, and compliance.
• Financial Management: monitor budgets, payroll, and identify improvement opportunities.
• Team Leadership: hire, onboard, coach, and promote a positive workplace culture.
• Client Service: support client service and maintain a compassionate client experience.
• Hospital Development: collaborate with Medical Director on goals, processes, and facility needs.

Skills

Leadership

Staffing

Scheduling

Communication

Nursing skills

Education

CA RVT license

Tools

Practice management software

Job description

Abel Pet Clinic is seeking an experienced Veterinary Hospital Manager to lead daily hospital operations while remaining actively involved in clinical care. This is a hands-on leadership role, with at least 50% of the position spent working alongside the nursing and hospital team on the floor.

The ideal candidate is an experienced veterinary professional who can move comfortably between clinical nursing and hospital management. A California-licensed RVT is strongly preferred , along with previous veterinary hospital management or leadership experience.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Clinical Nursing: Spend at least 50% of your time on the floor, providing hands-on support across appointments, surgery, dentistry, and procedures, including anesthesia and patient care.
• Operational Oversight: Oversee daily hospital workflow, scheduling, inventory, equipment, safety, and regulatory compliance (OSHA, DEA, VMB), while helping implement hospital policies and procedures.
• Financial Management: Monitor hospital performance, manage budgets and payroll, and use hospital data to identify opportunities for operational improvement and growth.
• Team Leadership: Lead, coach, and develop the hospital team; oversee hiring and onboarding; support staffing and scheduling; and promote a positive, accountable workplace culture.
• Client Service: Support the client service team, help resolve client concerns, and promote a consistent, compassionate client experience.
• Hospital Development: Collaborate with the Medical Director and leadership team on hospital goals, process improvements, service development, and facility needs.

Schedule, Compensation & Benefits:

This is a full-time, hourly position with at least 50% of the schedule dedicated to clinical/on-the-floor responsibilities. Schedule flexibility is required based on hospital needs. This position is eligible for overtime for hours worked over applicable thresholds.

• Compensation: $28 - $36 per hour, for each hour worked
• Bi-annual bonus opportunities: Based on hospital performance
• Hiring bonus package: $500 - $2000 based on experience and credentials
• CE allowance: up to $1,000 based on credentials
• Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance with HSA options and choice of UnitedHealthcare or Kaiser Permanente
• Life insurance and disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401k with company match
• Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
• Personal pet discount
• Uniform allowance

Your Qualifications:

• Veterinary hospital management experience required
• 5+ years of veterinary clinical experience, with strong nursing skills
• Active and good-standing Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) license in California preferred
• Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop veterinary teams
• Experience managing staffing, scheduling, budgets, payroll, and day-to-day hospital operations
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution skills
• Proficient with business software and able to adapt quickly to new systems

About Abel Pet Clinic:

Abel Pet Clinic is a well-established, full-service veterinary hospital serving Elk Grove for more than 20 years. Our 2-doctor team provides comprehensive medical, surgical, dental, and wellness care for dogs, cats and pocket pets, with support from local board-certified specialists in radiology, ultrasonography, surgery, and cardiology. Our facility features digital radiology, digital dental radiology, an in-house laboratory, surgical suite, laser therapy, and supervised hospitalization. We are proud to have Fear Free Certified team members and a dedicated support staff focused on compassionate, stress-free patient care.

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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, 401k, 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

$28—$36 USD

Abel Pet Clinic 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.

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