Veterinary Hospital Manager | People-First Growth Leader

Western Veterinary Partners; Barling (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base Salary: $65,000-$75,000/year

Quarterly Bonus Opportunities

Hiring Bonus up to $2,000

Continuing Education Allowance: up to

Health Package: Medical, dental, and V

Life Insurance & Disability Coverage

401(k) Options

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Personal Pet Discounts

Job summary

River Valley Animal Hospital, part of Western Veterinary Partners, in Barling, Arkansas, seeks a people-first Hospital Manager to lead our 4-doctor practice. The role emphasizes developing people, driving business growth, and leading HR initiatives in a collaborative environment.

You will partner with medical leadership to support hospital performance, enhance client service, and maintain an exceptional workplace. This is a full-time, salaried position with competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of multi-team or departmental management experience.
• Strong background in HR, staff development, and team leadership.
• Business or healthcare operations experience preferred; veterinary industry experience a plus.
• CVPM or equivalent education/certifications preferred.
• Skilled communicator with a people-first leadership style.
• Confident managing financials, payroll, and performance metrics.
• Proficient with software systems, adaptable to change, and highly organized.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor department heads and staff to foster a collaborative, high-performing culture.
• Oversee full-cycle human resources: recruiting, onboarding, training, performance management, and employee engagement.
• Champion workplace culture by promoting open communication, accountability, and staff development.
• Manage scheduling, staffing levels, and labor cost control while maintaining morale and productivity.
• Manage hospital financial operations, including P&L ownership, budgeting, forecasting, and payroll.
• Use data and KPIs to inform decisions and identify growth opportunities.
• Lead business development initiatives, such as expanding services, referral partnerships, and client acquisition strategies.
• Work with ownership and medical leadership to develop and execute strategic plans.
• Ensure smooth day-to-day operations through efficient systems, workflows, and policy enforcement.
• Maintain regulatory compliance (OSHA, DEA, VMB) and oversee inventory, vendor relationships, and facility management.
• Implement marketing and client engagement programs to support retention and growth.
• Oversee client relations and resolve concerns with a focus on service excellence.

Skills

People leadership

HR management

Team leadership

Recruiting & onboarding

Payroll & budgeting

Data-driven decisions

Client service

Operations management

Education

CVPM or equivalent certification

Job description

River Valley Animal Hospital, part of Western Veterinary Partners, in Barling, Arkansas, seeks a people-first Hospital Manager to lead our 4-doctor practice. The role emphasizes developing people, driving business growth, and leading HR initiatives in a collaborative environment.

You will partner with medical leadership to support hospital performance, enhance client service, and maintain an exceptional workplace. This is a full-time, salaried position with competitive salary and benefits.