Careers

About the Role

Looking to lead a quality team of veterinary professionals in a busy, successful practice? Look no further than University Place Veterinary Hospital in University Place, WA – a gorgeous Tacoma neighborhood! We're looking for an experienced Veterinary Hospital Manager to join our team. University Place is a full-service hospital where our caring & knowledgeable doctors and staff are dedicated to providing the highest quality veterinary care and customer service. Our innovative building features full-service medical and boarding facilities supported by modern equipment and advanced diagnostic tools, resulting in a truly comprehensive veterinary experience. Plus, we just completed a beautiful renovation – come check it out!

Responsibilities:

The successful Hospital Manager candidate will share our commitment to provide exceptional client service & excellent veterinary care to our loyal clients and their pets. The Hospital Manager’s role, in collaboration with the Regional Manager, is to maximize the productivity, profitability, and growth of the practice while supporting an environment that fosters leadership and development of the entire team.

Responsibilities of the Hospital Manager include but are not limited to: 

• Operational oversight of our hospital, including leadership team of technicians, and receptionists
• Managing financial and business development of the practice including managing a budget and key performance indicators
• Overseeing client care & ensuring client loyalty by demonstrating exceptional client service

We are looking for candidates with:

• Strong problem-solving skills and a proven ability to get things done in a timely and efficient manner
• Excellent interpersonal communication, conflict resolution, presentation skills, and a grasp of and daily management of revenues, inventory and payroll
• Only applicants with two or more years of management will be considered and candidates with veterinary experience will be given preference.

Where We Are

Reasons to pick University Place, WA:

Strong Pet-Loving Community

• University Place is a pet-friendly town, with many residents prioritizing high-quality veterinary care.
• There’s a growing demand for veterinary services, from general practice to specialty and emergency care.
• Nearby Tacoma and Seattle offer specialty referral centers, providing collaboration opportunities for complex cases.

Ideal Work-Life Balance

• Beautiful parks and outdoor spaces like Chambers Bay, Dogwood Park, and Titlow Beach, great for dog walking and unwinding after work.
• Short commutes and a small-town feel, while still having access to urban amenities.

Growing Veterinary Market

• The Puget Sound region has a high rate of pet ownership, supporting thriving general practices, emergency hospitals, and specialty clinics.
• No state income tax means you keep more of your paycheck!

What's In It For You

Full Time Benefits:

• Compensation is $30.00 - $34.00 per hour, depending on experience
• Medical benefits (including health, dental and vision)
• 401(k)
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• CE allowance with CE paid time off
• Vacation + sick time
• Reimbursement for professional membership dues
• and so much more!

Our practice has a positive, wellbeing-focused culture that we’d love to tell you about. Get the conversation started by applying today!