Description
At Animal Hospital at Lakewood Ranch, we’re proud to provide personalized, high-quality veterinary care in a welcoming, community-centered setting. As a well-established general practice in beautiful Bradenton, Florida, our team is known for compassionate service and strong relationships with both clients and pets.
We’re currently seeking a Veterinary Practice Manager to help lead our hospital into its next phase of growth. If you're a collaborative, people-focused leader who thrives in a clinical environment and is ready to make a meaningful impact—this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
Animal Hospital at Lakewood Ranch is part of Innovetive Petcare, a people-first veterinary network that supports its teams with strong operational resources, growth opportunities, and a shared commitment to exceptional patient care.
Your Opportunity:
This is a Full-Time, salaried leadership role based in Bradenton, FL. The Practice Manager will play a central role in the hospital’s success—supporting operations, mentoring staff, partnering with the Medical Director, and ensuring the highest level of client and patient care.
- Schedule: Full Time
- Weekend Support: Rotating weekends, as needed to support business needs.
- Holidays: Closed on all major holidays
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- Starting at $65,000 annually, with room for negotiation based on experience
- Annual performance bonus based on individual and hospital performance
- Preference given to applicants with CVPM or CVBL certification or equivalent experience
Benefits Include:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- Life insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Continuing education allowance + leadership development support
- Discounts on veterinary care for your pets
- Access to mentorship and collaboration across the Innovetive Petcare hospital network
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Team Support & Leadership
- Foster a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplace culture
- Provide coaching, mentorship, and hands-on support to all team members
- Partner with the Medical Director to ensure smooth day-to-day operations and strong clinical alignment
- Maintain visibility and open communication across all departments
_ ️ Operations & Workflow_
- Manage daily hospital operations, including staffing, scheduling, and resource planning
- Oversee inventory and vendor relationships
- Ensure compliance with hospital policies, safety protocols, and regulatory standards
- Support onboarding, training, and development across the team
Financial Oversight
- Collaborate with Innovetive Petcare's operational team on budgeting and financial planning
- Monitor hospital performance and use KPIs to identify opportunities for improvement
- Contribute to long-term growth strategies, including service expansion
Client Experience & Community Relations
- Champion a client-first culture focused on kindness, professionalism, and medical excellence
- Address client concerns with empathy and integrity
- Represent the hospital at community events and build lasting relationships with pet owners
*✅ Desired Qualifications
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- 3–5 years of leadership experience in a veterinary or medical setting
- Previous experience overseeing hospital operations, staff, and scheduling
- Proficiency with veterinary practice management systems (e.g., Cornerstone, EzyVet, etc.)
- Strong interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, and problem-solving ability
Preferred Credentials
- Certified Veterinary Practice Manager (CVPM) or
- Certified Veterinary Business Leader (CVBL)
- Candidates with equivalent leadership experience in a clinical setting will also be considered
Ready to lead with compassion, drive growth, and build a thriving veterinary practice in a supportive environment?
Apply today to take the next step in your veterinary leadership career at Animal Hospital at Lakewood Ranch. Let’s grow—together.
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About Animal Hospital at Lakewood Ranch*
Animal Hospital at Lakewood Ranch, located just outside beautiful Tampa in Bradenton, FL, is an 8,000-square-foot full-service small animal hospital providing care to pets since 2003. We have state-of-the-art medical, surgical, and dental suites with digital radiography, ultrasound, cold laser therapy, and a Co2 laser to help better serve our patients.
Our team of veterinarians, together with our well-trained and caring clinical support staff, is dedicated to excellence in medicine, preventative care, surgery, and dentistry for dogs and cats. We are known for always providing our patients with compassionate and high-quality veterinary care and our clients with exceptional customer service. Meet the team at Animal Hospital at Lakewood Ranch and take a sneak peek at who they are and what they have to offer.
Animal Hospital at Lakewood Ranch is a proud partner of Innovetive Petcare. Where we believe that you are the future of veterinary medicine. Cultivate, innovate, develop, and collaborate. Excellent pet care comes from exceptional teams.
Equal Opportunity Employer Policy
Animal Hospital at Lakewood Ranch is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. We are proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate based on age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, disability, or any other non-merit factor. All qualified applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Relocation assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
