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Veterinary Hospital Manager

Animal Medical Center of Deer Valley

Job Description

Veterinary Hospital Manager

Glendale, Arizona

Are you a people-first leader who thrives on building strong teams, creating exceptional client experiences, and driving hospital success? Do you love the fast pace of veterinary medicine and enjoy balancing leadership, operations, and culture-building? If so, we’d love to meet you!

National Veterinary Associates is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Veterinary Hospital Manager to lead one of our growing hospitals in Glendale, AZ. This is an exciting opportunity for a leader who is passionate about veterinary medicine and wants to make a meaningful impact on both patients and people.

As Hospital Manager, you’ll partner closely with the Managing Veterinarian to help shape the future of the hospital—leading day-to-day operations, supporting a collaborative and positive culture, and ensuring both the medical team and clients feel supported every step of the way.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys wearing many hats, leading through change, mentoring teams, improving processes, and helping a hospital grow and thrive.

What You’ll Do

  • Lead and support daily hospital operations
  • Partner with the Managing Veterinarian and regional leadership team
  • Drive hospital performance with full P&L ownership
  • Create schedules and manage labor costs effectively
  • Support and develop a high-performing, engaged team
  • Foster a positive, collaborative, and accountable hospital culture
  • Oversee payroll, inventory, accounts receivable, and administrative functions
  • Identify opportunities to improve workflows and client experience
  • Implement new initiatives, technology, and operational best practices
  • Navigate coaching conversations and provide ongoing team feedback
  • Ensure exceptional service for both clients and patients

What We’re Looking For

  • 3–5 years of leadership or management experience
  • Experience in veterinary medicine, healthcare, retail, hospitality, or another fast-paced service environment preferred
  • Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
  • A collaborative leadership style with a passion for team development
  • Ability to balance business operations with compassionate people leadership
  • Bachelor’s degree in business or related field preferred

Why Join Us?

At NVA, we believe strong hospitals start with strong teams. We are committed to supporting our leaders with the tools, collaboration, and resources needed to succeed while still allowing hospitals to maintain their unique culture and identity.

Benefits

  • Annual Bonus Opportunity
  • Health Insurance Benefits
  • Free Mental Health Benefit Options
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Competitive PTO Plan
  • Continuing Education Stipends
  • Fair Work-Life Balance

If you’re ready to lead a team, make an impact, and help shape the future of a veterinary hospital, we’d love to connect with you!


National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.

At NVA, we’re on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.

At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here’s what to expect when interacting with us:
 
• We’ll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @nva.com
• We may also contact you via text message from an identified NVA representative for recruiting-related communication
• All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers site: careers.nva.com
• There is no cost or confidential information required to apply or be considered for a position
 
If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at hiringhub@nva.com. Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA!

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees.  The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process.  For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
 
NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.

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Location:

Glendale, Arizona, United States

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