Job Description

Hospital Manager – Irvington Pet Hospital

Fremont, California | Full-Time

Lead a Great Team. Make an Impact.

VetnCare is looking for an experienced, people-focused Hospital Manager to lead the team at Irvington Pet Hospital in Fremont, CA

This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who enjoys being present with their team, creating structure and accountability, and making sure the hospital runs smoothly every day.

You’ll partner closely with our veterinary and operational leaders to support our people, strengthen the client experience and ensure we continue delivering excellent patient care.

If you're an experienced veterinary leader who combines strong people management with operational know-how, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role

As Hospital Manager, you’ll set the tone for the hospital each day.

You’ll create clarity, reduce friction and ensure the hospital operates in a consistent, compliant and respectful way. You’ll be visible and accessible to the team, providing clear direction while creating an environment where people feel supported and accountable.

You will:

• Lead, coach and develop the hospital team.
• Set clear expectations around performance, behaviour and accountability.
• Build trust through consistency, transparency and follow-through.
• Partner closely with DVMs and clinical leaders to support hospital performance.
• Ensure smooth day-to-day hospital operations.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, retention and team development.
• Proactively address performance or behavioural concerns.
• Oversee scheduling and staffing to meet the needs of the hospital.
• Monitor key operational and financial performance indicators.
• Ensure hospital policies, procedures and compliance requirements are consistently followed.
• Help create a positive, collaborative culture where both people and patients can thrive.

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who brings a balance of people leadership, operational capability and emotional maturity

Ideally, you will have:

• Previous leadership or management experience within a veterinary hospital.
• Experience leading and developing multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong coaching and performance-management skills.
• The confidence to have difficult conversations when required.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• The ability to build strong partnerships with veterinarians and clinical leaders.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
• A hands-on approach – this is an on-site leadership position.
• The ability to remain calm, professional and solutions-focused in a busy clinical environment.

Benefits

• $85,000 to $110,000 total compensation
• 401(k) with 100% company match up to 4%
• Generous discounts on care for multiple pets
• Comprehensive medical (virtual care included), dental, and vision insurance to support your health while you care for theirs
• Health and Dependent Care FSA/HSA accounts to maximize your tax savings and healthcare flexibility
• Employer-paid life and AD&D insurance to protect what matters most
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage to protect your income if life throws you a curveball.
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program providing free mental health counseling, legal and financial consultations, and family support services available 24/7 for you and your loved ones
• Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays to support your work-life balance
• Consistent growth opportunities to advance your career
• Annual engagement surveys so your voice shapes our workplace culture and policies

Why VetnCare?

VetnCare is a growing veterinary group with hospitals across Northern California. Our model gives hospital leaders the opportunity to make a meaningful impact locally while benefiting from the support and resources of a wider organisation.

You’ll work alongside experienced veterinary and operational leaders and have the opportunity to help shape the culture, performance and future success of Irvington Pet Hospital.

Most importantly, we’re looking for someone who wants to lead from the front, develop great people and create an environment where teams enjoy coming to work and delivering great veterinary care.

Interested?

If you’re an experienced veterinary leader looking for your next opportunity in the Fremont area, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today to learn more about the Hospital Manager opportunity at Irvington Pet Hospital and VetnCare.