Veterinary Hospital Manager - Kelso, WA

Riverside Animal Hospital; Kelso (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Paid parental leave

Continuing education opportunities

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Leadership opportunities

Employee pet care discounts

Vetcos nationwide network

Job summary

Riverside Animal Hospital in Kelso, Washington, is seeking a full-time Veterinary Hospital Manager to lead our team and support day-to-day operations. The role focuses on improving workflow, staffing, budgeting, and regulatory compliance while fostering a positive, collaborative culture.

Ideal candidates have veterinary hospital leadership experience, strong communication skills, and a passion for animal welfare.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in a veterinary hospital.
• Experience as Practice Manager, Hospital Manager, or supervisory role.
• Knowledge of veterinary operations, staffing, and workflow management.
• Experience with high-volume surgery or shelter medicine is a plus.
• Strong communication, coaching, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Passion for animal welfare and accessible veterinary care.
• Ability to lead with empathy, accountability, and positivity.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily hospital operations and promote efficient workflow
• Hire, coach, mentor, and develop veterinary support staff
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and inclusive team culture
• Manage scheduling, staffing levels, and productivity
• Oversee budgeting, inventory, and financial performance
• Ensure compliance with medical, safety, and regulatory standards
• Support exceptional client service and community outreach
• Partner with veterinarians to optimize surgical flow and patient care
• Identify opportunities to improve hospital processes and the overall team experience

Skills

Leadership

Hospital management

Operations knowledge

Communication

Empathy and accountability

Animal welfare passion

Team motivation

Job description

Who we are

Lead with purpose. Grow with us. Make a difference every day.

Riverside Animal Hospital in Kelso, Washington is seeking a full-time Veterinary Hospital Manager to lead our team and support the day-to-day operations of our hospital. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced veterinary leader who enjoys developing people, improving hospital workflow, and creating a positive, collaborative culture.

What You'll Do

• Lead daily hospital operations and promote efficient workflow

• Hire, coach, mentor, and develop veterinary support staff

• Foster a positive, collaborative, and inclusive team culture

• Manage scheduling, staffing levels, and productivity

• Oversee budgeting, inventory, and financial performance

• Ensure compliance with medical, safety, and regulatory standards

• Support exceptional client service and community outreach

• Partner with veterinarians to optimize surgical flow and patient care

• Identify opportunities to improve hospital processes and the overall team experience

What We're Looking For

• Previous veterinary hospital leadership experience preferred

• Practice Manager, Hospital Manager, or strong veterinary supervisory experience

• Knowledge of veterinary operations, staffing, and workflow management

• Experience with high-volume surgery or shelter medicine is a plus

• Strong communication, coaching, and conflict-resolution skills

• Passion for animal welfare and accessible veterinary care

• Ability to lead with empathy, accountability, and positivity

Benefits & Perks

We believe our hospital leaders deserve the same support they provide to their teams. As part of Vetcor, you'll have access to a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) with employer match

• Paid time off and paid holidays

• Paid parental leave

• Continuing education opportunities

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Professional development and leadership opportunities

• Employee pet care discounts

• Access to Vetcor's nationwide network and resources

• Compensation is $22-$32/hour, depending on experience.

About Riverside Animal Hospital

Riverside Animal Hospital is proud to serve pets and families throughout the Kelso community. Located along the Cowlitz River in Southwest Washington, Kelso offers a welcoming community, affordable living, and easy access to the beautiful Pacific Northwest. Enjoy nearby hiking, fishing, rivers, forests, and outdoor recreation, while being just a short drive from Portland and the Oregon coast.

This is a full-time, hourly position with a current schedule of Monday-Thursday, 10-hour shifts.