Veterinary Practice Manager

Practice Manager – Akaal Pet Hospital | Citrus Heights, CA

Veterinary Practice Manager | Hospital Operations | Leadership Opportunity

Ready to lead a thriving, fast-growing veterinary hospital with a passionate team and loyal client base?

Akaal Pet Hospital is seeking an experienced Practice Manager to drive operational excellence, team engagement, and continued growth in a well-established small animal practice.

Why Join Akaal Pet Hospital?

• Established & Growing Practice: Serving Citrus Heights and surrounding communities for 15+ years
• High-Quality Medicine: Full-service hospital offering wellness care, surgery, dentistry, cardiology, and in-house diagnostics
• Strong Reputation: Hundreds of 5-star reviews and a loyal, engaged client base
• Advanced Technology: In-house lab and modern diagnostic capabilities for efficient, high-level care
• Collaborative Culture: Compassionate, team-driven environment where pets are treated like family
• $72,000-$87,000 BOE

The Practice Manager oversees the day-to-day operations of a veterinary practice, ensuring efficient and high-quality care for patients, delivering outstanding service to clients, and maintaining smooth business operations. This role involves managing the administrative, financial, and human resources functions of the practice while working closely with veterinarians and staff to maintain a positive, productive work environment. A strong focus on growth, operational excellence, and exceeding financial and operational goals are key to success in this role. 

Key Responsibilities:  

Staff Management:  

• Supervise and lead all practice staff, including veterinary technicians, receptionists, and support staff.  

• Responsible for staff recruitment, record-keeping, onboarding, training, and performance management.  

• Develop and optimize staff schedules that align with patient needs to ensure adequate coverage and remain within labor cost budgets.  

• Foster a positive, collaborative work environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to do their best. 

• Acts as a champion for new initiatives by motivating the team to achieve desired goals. 

Financial Management:  

• Oversee the practice’s financial operations, including budgeting, billing and expense management by regularly reviewing reports and developing action plans accordingly. 

• Collaborate with key partners to set financial goals and ensure they’re achieved. 

• Ensure accurate and timely billing and payments and monitor accounts receivables and collection processes.  

Client Relations:  

• Lead and coach the team to build meaningful connections with clients by providing exceptional customer service that exceeds their expectations.  

• Monitor client reviews to address inquiries and feedback promptly and professionally.  

• Utilize tools and quality controls to maintain a high standard of patient care and client co