Overview
Company Description
Crete Veterinary Clinic is a well-established, progressive mixed animal practice serving the Crete, Nebraska community for over 40 years. Our fast-paced hospital sees a 60% large animal and 40% small animal caseload and offers comprehensive services including preventive care, surgery, urgent care, dentistry, in-house diagnostics, digital radiology, ultrasonography, grooming, and boarding.
We are seeking an experienced Veterinary Practice Manager who enjoys a hands-on role, with approximately 50% of the position spent working in the hospital alongside the medical team. Prior experience as a Veterinary Assistant or Veterinary Technician is ideal. This role works closely with doctors and staff to support daily operations, team leadership, and exceptional client service.
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Job Description
We’re looking for:
We are seeking a courteous, organized, and hands-on Veterinary Practice Manager to support daily operations and lead our team. This role is a 50/50 split between management responsibilities and functional, hands-on work, making it ideal for someone with prior Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant experience, preferably in a mixed animal practice.
Key Responsibilities:
Oversee daily administrative and operational functions of the hospital
Recruit, hire, train, schedule, and manage staff performance
Maintain inventory control, including ordering supplies, managing vendors, and monitoring controlled substances
Ensure payroll is accurate and submitted on time
Implement and enforce hospital policies, including OSHA and DEA compliance
Support doctors and staff while promoting a positive, team-focused culture
Maintain accurate patient records and working knowledge of veterinary terminology
Address client questions, concerns, and complaints with professionalism
Market the hospital within the local veterinary community and attend relevant event
Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant experience strongly preferred; mixed animal practice experience a plus
Certified or experienced Veterinary Practice Manager preferred, with a minimum of 1 year of management experience or 3+ years of veterinary experience
Strong knowledge of veterinary medical terminology and hospital operations
Proven leadership skills with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively
Detail-oriented, highly organized, and comfortable multitasking in a fast-paced environment
Compassionate, calm, and team-oriented with strong client service and problem-solving skills
Proficient with computers and practice management software
Self-motivated with a desire to continue learning and growing professionally
Flexible availability, with willingness to adjust hours based on hospital needs
Qualifications
Qualifications:
Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant experience strongly preferred; mixed animal practice experience a plus
Certified or experienced Veterinary Practice Manager preferred, with a minimum of 1 year of management experience or 3+ years of veterinary experience
Strong knowledge of veterinary medical terminology and hospital operations
Proven leadership skills with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively
Detail-oriented, highly organized, and comfortable multitasking in a fast-paced environment
Compassionate, calm, and team-oriented with strong client service and problem-solving skills
Proficient with computers and practice management software
Self-motivated with a desire to continue learning and growing professionally
Flexible availability, with willingness to adjust hours based on hospital needs
Additional information
We offer our staff:
Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
Paid Bereavement Program
Paid Parental Leave Program
Competitive Compensation
Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
Tuition Assistance Program
Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster
Career Development Opportunities
Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc)
Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.
*Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.
For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/.
We are seeking a courteous, organized, and hands-on Veterinary Practice Manager to support daily operations and lead our team. This role is a 50/50 split between management responsibilities and functional, hands-on work, making it ideal for someone with prior Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant experience, preferably in a mixed animal practice.
