Veterinarian
J Spring Valley California USD170K- USD180K / Year
Practice Manager opportunity in Spring Valley, CA, offering up to $180,000. Lead a thriving small-animal hospital where operational excellence, team development, and an outstanding client experience come together.
The Hospital
- Long-established, community-trusted practice with a reputation for compassionate, dependable care
- Supportive, experienced veterinary and client-service teams with a collaborative, patient-first culture
- Comprehensive services: wellness and preventive care, dental care, surgery, diagnostics, and emergency availability
- On-site resources include surgical facilities, diagnostic imaging, in-house laboratory, a dental suite, full-service pharmacy, and boarding
- Client-friendly schedule with weekday appointments and Saturday availability
- Emphasis on training, coaching, and continuous improvement to elevate both patient care and client service
Location
Join the team in Spring Valley, CA, a welcoming, family-friendly community just minutes from downtown San Diego. Enjoy quick highway access, nearby parks and reservoir trails, and convenient shopping and dining close to work and home.
- Located in Spring Valley, CA - a short drive from downtown San Diego - enjoy suburban calm with city access
- Easy commute: direct access to CA-94 and local MTS routes for stress-free travel to the city
- Minutes from Sweetwater Summit Regional Park and Sweetwater Reservoir - perfect for weekend hikes, mountain biking, and camping
- Family-friendly area served by the La Mesa-Spring Valley school district, with nearby community-college options
- Close to Grossmont Center and downtown El Cajon for shopping, dining, and everyday services
- Diverse, community-minded neighborhoods with active civic engagement and outdoor amenities
Benefits
- Competitive compensation with performance bonuses
- 401(k) with employer match
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Mental health and employee assistance resources
- Generous paid time off and paid holidays
- Professional development and mentorship programs
- Management training, CE support, and potential assistance toward certifications such as CVPM or CVBL
- Continuing-education stipend and paid learning days
- Uniform allowance
- Pet care discounts
The Role
- Lead day-to-day hospital operations to ensure efficient workflows, high-quality patient care, and excellent client experiences
- Recruit, onboard, train, coach, and mentor staff; create schedules aligned to patient needs and labor budgets
- Build and sustain a positive, collaborative culture; champion new initiatives and drive adoption
- Oversee financial performance including budgeting, P&L review, billing accuracy, expense control, and accounts receivable
- Guide client-service standards; manage feedback and reviews; uphold consistent communication and quality controls
- Manage inventory, vendor relationships, facilities, and equipment upkeep; refine policies and procedures for continuous improvement
- Execute local marketing plans, social media and website content, and community outreach to attract and retain clients
- Ensure compliance with OSHA, workplace safety, health and labor regulations, and accurate record-keeping
- Optimize practice software use; train team members and coordinate with IT support as needed
- Full-time schedule with some evening or Saturday coverage aligned to client needs
Requirements
- 3-5 years of management experience, preferably in veterinary, healthcare, or multi-unit service environments
- Demonstrated strength in P&L management, budgeting, and financial analysis
- Proven leadership in recruiting, training, team building, and performance management
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and client-service skills
- Proficiency with practice or healthcare management software and Microsoft Office/Google Workspace
- Knowledge of OSHA and healthcare compliance; commitment to safety and confidentiality
- Flexibility to support a schedule that may include Saturdays
- Eligibility to work in the United States
- If clinically licensed, must hold an active California license; clinical licensure is not required for this management role