Veterinary Hospital Manager - Kelso, WA

Vetcor; Kelso (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off and paid holidays

Paid parental leave

Continuing education opportunities

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Professional development andLeadership

Employee pet care discounts

Access to Vetcor's nationwide network

Compensation is $22-32/hour

Job summary

Riverside Animal Hospital in Kelso, Washington is seeking a full-time Veterinary Hospital Manager to lead our team and support daily operations. This role focuses on developing people, improving hospital workflow, and creating a positive, collaborative culture for our patients and clients.

Join us to lead daily operations, mentor staff, manage budgeting and scheduling, ensure compliance, and partner with veterinarians to optimize care.

Qualifications

• Veterinary hospital leadership experience preferred.
• Experience with staffing, budgeting, and workflow management.
• Strong communication, coaching, and team-building skills.

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, and productivity.
• Oversee budgeting, inventory, and financial performance.
• Ensure compliance with medical, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Support client service and community outreach.
• Partner with veterinarians to optimize surgical flow and patient care.
• Identify opportunities to improve hospital processes and the team experience.

Skills

Leadership

Staff development

Operations management

Communication

Conflict resolution

Tools

Scheduling experience

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

As Hospital Manager, you'll play an important role in supporting both our people and our practice, including:

• 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

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

What's in it for you: Benefits

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.

Join Our Team

If you're an experienced veterinary leader who is passionate about people, patient care, and building strong hospital teams, we'd love to hear from you.

Join Riverside Animal Hospital and help us create a workplace where our team can thrive while providing compassionate care to the pets and families we serve.

Where we are

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.