Veterinary Hospital Manager

Salazar Road Veterinary Clinic; Taos (NM); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (medical, dental, and

Vision benefits

Life insurance and disability

401k with match

Paid time off

CE allowance

Job summary

Salazar Road Veterinary Clinic in Taos, NM is seeking a Veterinary Hospital Manager to align daily operations with strategic growth. You will lead and mentor teams, manage budgets and schedules, and partner with the Medical Director to elevate patient care and client service.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, regulatory compliance, and culture building in a small-animal practice. Ideal candidates have veterinary management experience or related healthcare leadership, a bachelor's or CVPM,

Qualifications

• 3+ years of leadership, business management, or operations management experience.
• Veterinary hospital management experience strongly preferred; medical, dental, or healthcare practice management experience also considered.
• Bachelor's degree, CVPM, or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Operational Oversight: Ensure efficient workflow, maintain regulatory compliance (OSHA, DEA, VMB), manage equipment and inventory, and implement hospital policies and procedures.
• 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.

Skills

Leadership

Team development

Budget management

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

CVPM

Equivalent experience

Tools

Business software

Job description

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

Salazar Road Veterinary Clinic 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:

• Operational Oversight:Ensure efficient workflow, maintain regulatory compliance (OSHA, DEA, VMB), manage equipment and inventory, and implement hospital policies and procedures.
• 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: $50,000 - $70,000annual base salary*
• Bi-annual bonus opportunities:Based on hospital performance
• Hiring bonus package:Up to $2000 based on experience and 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:

• 3+ years of leadership, business management, or operations management experience required.
• Veterinary hospital management experience strongly preferred; medical, dental, or healthcare practice management experience also considered.
• Previous veterinary experience (e.g., Veterinary Technician, Veterinary Assistant, or Client Service Representative) preferred.
• Bachelor's degree, Certified Veterinary Practice Manager (CVPM), or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred but not required.
• Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop high-performing teams.
• Experience managing budgets, staffing, scheduling, and day-to-day operations.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Proficient with business software and able to adapt quickly to new systems.

What makes Salazar Road Veterinary Clinic unique?

Salazar Road Veterinary Clinic is a 2-doctor practice caring for dogs, cats, birds, pocket pets, and reptiles/amphibians. The hospital offers digital X-ray, laser therapy, and acupuncture, with services including chiropractic care, soft tissue procedures, dentistry, herbal medicine, and minor exotic care. The team culture is hands-on and collaborative, with doctors willing to jump in and help across the hospital when needed. This can be a strong fit for someone who values teamwork, variety, and a close-knit practice environment. Taos offers breathtaking Sangre de Cristo Mountain scenery, a renowned arts community, historic adobe architecture, outdoor recreation, and distinctive Southwestern culture.

Pay Range

$50,000 - $70,000 USD

Salazar Road Veterinary 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.

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.