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How much do veterinary practice manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for veterinary practice manager in the United States is $82,725.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $56,000.00 and $83,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a veterinary practice manager do?

A veterinary practice manager is responsible for the daily operations and staff management of a veterinarian’s office or animal hospital. As a veterinary practice manager, your primary duties include scheduling, taking inventory of supplies, and basic bookkeeping. You may have the additional responsibilities of training staff, implementing clinic policies, and updating animal medical records. You need excellent organizational and communication skills and a passion for animal care to succeed in a veterinary practice management career.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a veterinary practice manager?

To thrive as a Veterinary Practice Manager, you need strong leadership, organizational, and financial management skills, often supported by a degree in business or veterinary practice management and relevant experience. Familiarity with veterinary management software, scheduling systems, and sometimes certification such as CVPM (Certified Veterinary Practice Manager) is highly beneficial. Excellent interpersonal skills, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication are essential soft skills for managing staff and client relations. These skills and qualities are vital for ensuring efficient clinic operations, high-quality patient care, and a positive work environment.

What are some common challenges faced by veterinary practice managers, and how can they be addressed?

Veterinary Practice Managers often juggle a variety of responsibilities, including staff coordination, client relations, and business operations. Common challenges include managing team dynamics, ensuring excellent client service, and keeping up with regulatory requirements. To address these, strong communication skills, ongoing staff training, and staying updated with industry best practices are essential. Building a supportive work culture and leveraging veterinary management software can also streamline operations and improve overall practice efficiency.

What is the difference between Veterinary Practice Manager vs Veterinary Technician?

AspectVeterinary Practice ManagerVeterinary Technician
CredentialsTypically requires a degree in business, management, or veterinary practice management certificationRequires a veterinary technician degree and licensure
Work EnvironmentAdministrative offices, management meetings, client interactionsAnimal treatment areas, clinics, hospitals
Employer & Industry UsageVeterinary clinics, hospitals, animal care facilitiesVeterinary clinics, hospitals, animal shelters
Primary ResponsibilitiesManaging staff, finances, client relations, operationsAssisting veterinarians, animal care, medical procedures

The Veterinary Practice Manager focuses on the administrative and operational aspects of a veterinary practice, overseeing staff and business functions. In contrast, the Veterinary Technician is involved in direct animal care and medical procedures. Both roles are essential but serve different functions within veterinary settings.

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Infographic showing various Veterinary Practice Manager job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 80% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $82,725 per year, or $39.8 per hour.

Veterinary Practice Manager

Veterinary Practice Partners

Roseville, CA

$75K - $100K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 22 days ago

Veterinary Practice Partners rating

6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

Based on 177 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

22nd of 52 rated veterinary

Job description

Veterinary Practice Manager

PetCare Veterinary Clinic | Roseville, CA

Salary: $75,000-$100,000 annually, based on experience, plus annual performance bonus (up to 15%)

Lead a Team. Build a Culture. Make a Difference.

Great veterinary hospitals don't happen by accident-they're built by exceptional leaders.

For nearly 30 years, PetCare Veterinary Clinic has been a trusted part of the Roseville community, providing compassionate care, exceptional medicine, and meaningful relationships with generations of pet owners.

We're looking for an experienced Practice Manager who believes leadership is about developing people, creating accountability, and building a workplace where talented veterinary professionals thrive.

This isn't simply an operations role.

It's an opportunity to lead an established, respected hospital in true partnership with an experienced medical team that's committed to exceptional patient care and an outstanding client experience.

If you're energized by coaching people, improving systems, solving problems face-to-face rather than over email, and celebrating team success, we'd love to meet you.

What You'll Do

As Practice Manager, you'll partner closely with the Medical Director to lead the daily operations of the hospital while ensuring an exceptional experience for patients, clients, and team members alike.

Leadership & Culture
  • Recruit, hire, coach, and retain an outstanding veterinary team.
  • Foster a culture built on trust, accountability, respect, and continuous improvement.
  • Conduct regular one-on-one meetings and performance coaching.
  • Develop future leaders within the hospital.
  • Handle difficult conversations, client complaints, and team conflict live and in person, following up in writing only to confirm what was already discussed.
Medical Director Partnership
  • Build a genuine, trust-based partnership with the Medical Director - this relationship is the single biggest driver of success in this role.
  • Co-own hospital direction and decisions rather than waiting for direction or deferring difficult calls.
  • Communicate proactively and directly, especially when priorities or expectations aren't yet aligned.
Hospital Operations
  • Oversee daily hospital operations and workflow.
  • Optimize scheduling and staffing.
  • Ensure operational consistency and efficiency.
  • Maintain inventory and vendor relationships.
  • Support a safe, organized, and compliant hospital environment.
Financial Leadership
  • Manage labor, inventory, and operating expenses.
  • Monitor hospital KPIs and identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Partner with the Medical Director to grow the practice while maintaining exceptional patient care.
  • Make data-driven decisions that strengthen both the business and the team.
Client Experience
  • Champion an exceptional client experience.
  • Support team members during busy periods.
  • Take ownership of client service, patient care, and employee engagement outcomes across the hospital.
  • Build lasting relationships within the Roseville community.
Who You Are

You're the kind of leader who naturally brings people together.

You lead with humility, communicate with honesty, and believe that accountability and compassion can exist side by side. You're comfortable stepping into a hard conversation in the moment rather than retreating to email when things get tense.

You probably have:

  • Veterinary hospital leadership experience
  • Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams
  • Strong business and financial acumen
  • Excellent communication and coaching skills - and a demonstrated track record of resolving conflict and difficult conversations in person
  • High emotional intelligence
  • Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities
  • A passion for developing people
  • A continuous improvement mindset
  • Comfort operating within established, informal team norms while helping build clearer structure over time - you ask questions before assuming the written policy is the whole story

Experience managing a multi-doctor veterinary hospital and experience building a new partnership with clinical leadership are strongly preferred.

Why PetCare?

At PetCare Veterinary Clinic, you'll have the opportunity to lead a respected, established hospital while helping shape its future.

You'll also receive the support, leadership development, and operational resources of Veterinary Practice Partners while maintaining the culture and feel of a community veterinary practice.

This is a place where your ideas matter.

Where leadership is valued.

Where your work will directly impact patients, clients, and the people you lead every single day.

Benefits
  • $75,000-$100,000 annual salary
  • Annual performance bonus (up to 15%)
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
  • Employee pet care discounts
  • Continuing leadership development
  • Career advancement opportunities within Veterinary Practice Partners
This Role Is a Great Fit If You...
  • Love coaching and developing people.
  • Believe culture drives performance.
  • Enjoy solving operational challenges.
  • Use data to make decisions.
  • Stay calm under pressure - and stay present in it, rather than stepping back to handle things in writing.
  • Value teamwork over ego.
  • Lead by serving others.
  • Want to leave every hospital you lead better than you found it.
What Success Looks Like After Your First Year

After twelve months, you'll know you've been successful if:

  • Your team is more engaged, confident, and growing professionally.
  • Employee turnover has decreased because people genuinely enjoy coming to work.
  • Clients consistently recognize your team for exceptional service.
  • Hospital operations run smoothly, even during busy days.
  • Financial performance is improving because the team understands the "why" behind the goals.
  • You've built a strong partnership with the Medical Director based on trust, communication, and shared leadership - with real alignment on decisions, not just deference.
  • Most importantly, you've created a culture where people feel valued, supported, challenged, and proud to be part of PetCare Veterinary Clinic.
Ready to Build Something Great?

If you're looking for more than your next management position-if you're looking for the opportunity to build an exceptional team, create lasting impact, and lead with purpose-we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help shape the future of PetCare Veterinary Clinic.

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