Veterinary Hospital Manager

Western Veterinary Partners; Ventura (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring bonus

CE allowance

Health/dental/vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401k with match

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Bi-annual bonus

Job summary

Ohana Urgent Care in Ventura, CA is seeking a Veterinary Hospital Manager to lead daily operations, mentor teams, and drive growth with a business-minded approach. You will work with the Medical Director and leadership to ensure smooth performance and growth across services.

Ideal candidates have veterinary or healthcare management background, a Bachelor's degree or CVPM, and a proven track record in leadership and team development within a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of leadership or operations management experience.
• Veterinary hospital management experience preferred; healthcare management ok.
• Bachelor's degree or CVPM preferred.
• Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily hospital operations and mentor department leads.
• Oversee budgeting, payroll, and financial performance.
• Ensure regulatory compliance (OSHA, DEA, etc.) and policy adoption.
• Develop long-term goals, expand services, and partner with referral networks.
• Manage hiring, scheduling, and staffing to maintain positive culture.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Operations management

Team development

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

CVPM

Tools

Payroll software

Budgeting software

HR software

Job description

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

Ohana Urgent Care is seeking aVeterinary 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, Assistant Hospital Manager, 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: $ 70,000 - $80,000 annual base salary
• Bi-annual bonus opportunities: Based on hospital performance
• Hiring bonus package: $2000 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; 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.
• 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 Ohana Urgent Care unique?

Ohana Urgent Care in Ventura is a 1-doctor urgent-care practice caring for dogs, cats, rabbits, rodents, and some reptiles. The hospital is designed around urgent and emergency care, giving veterinary professionals an opportunity to work with time-sensitive cases and provide focused patient support. The practice is part of the Ohana family of hospitals and emphasizes compassionate, personalized care and client education. For technicians who enjoy a faster clinical pace and urgent-care medicine, this setting offers a focused opportunity to build skills. Ventura provides a relaxed coastal lifestyle with beaches, surfing, kayaking, hiking, local restaurants, arts, and a strong community feel.

Pay Range

$70,000 - $80,000 USD

Western Veterinary Partners 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.

Western Veterinary Partners is 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 [e-mail].

Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.

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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.