Veterinary Practice Manager Must have Veterinary Experience

Olympic Village Veterinary Clinic • Full-time • Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada • USD $ 65k - USD $ 75k / year • 1w ago

Veterinary Practice Manager – Full-Time (In-Clinic)

Small Animal Veterinary Practice | Leadership Role

We are a busy, well-established small animal veterinary clinic with 5 veterinarians and approximately 20 staff, founded on caring, compassionate, and comforting care. We maintain high medical standards in a fast-paced environment and are known for our positive, collaborative team culture.

We are currently seeking an experienced Veterinary Practice Manager to join our leadership team.

Position Details

Full-time, in-clinic position (5 days per week)
Working in conjunction with the Assistant Manager and Veterinary Owner
Leadership role supporting daily clinic operations and team success

Key Qualifications

Previous experience in veterinary practice management, clinic management, or a comparable healthcare leadership role
Strong organizational, administrative, and time-management skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and veterinary practice management software (PIMS)
Demonstrated experience with payroll, PST/GST, timekeeping, staff scheduling, and accounts payable/accounts receivable (AP/AR)
Experience running team meetings, supporting staff communication, and assisting with performance management
Comfortable reviewing and administering contracts and policies in collaboration with ownership
Knowledgeable in veterinary economics, including budgeting, cost control, KPIs, and financial reporting
Calm, professional leadership style with the ability to guide, support, and motivate a large team
Excellent communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume clinical environment
Must be a creative problem-solver who can develop and implement strategies to meet revenue targets and support business growth
Demonstrates a strong understanding of veterinary practice workflow and team dynamics, with the ability to optimize responsibilities, improve efficiency, and support career progression for each team member.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive starting salary of approximately $65,000 per year, negotiable based on experience
Paid vacation and statutory holidays in accordance with BC employment standards
Continuing education (CE) support, including paid CE days and allowance
Extended health benefits (medical and dental)
Employee pet care discounts
Stable, long-term opportunity within a well-established practice
Supportive ownership and collaborative leadership structure

Why Join Our Team

We offer a respectful, inclusive workplace where leadership, teamwork, and compassion are valued. This role is ideal for a manager who enjoys building systems, supporting people, and contributing to a clinic that prioritizes both excellent patient care and a positive work environment.

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

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