Veterinary Hospital Manager - El Cerrito, CA

Who we are

El Cerrito Veterinary Care is seeking a motivated and compassionate Hospital Manager to help lead our dedicated team and support the continued growth of our practice. This is an exciting opportunity for a strong people leader who is passionate about veterinary medicine and ready to grow their leadership skills while making a meaningful impact on hospital operations, team development, and patient care. We welcome candidates from a variety of professional backgrounds who are energized by team leadership, operations, and creating a positive workplace culture. Prior veterinary experience is helpful but not required—what matters most is a genuine passion for supporting veterinary teams and delivering exceptional service to pets and their families.

About the HospitalEl Cerrito Veterinary Care is a modern, full-service hospital serving pets and families throughout the East Bay, including El Cerrito, Berkeley, Oakland, and surrounding communities. We are proud to deliver high-quality medical, dental, surgical, and diagnostic care in a collaborative, supportive environment where both our patients and our team members thrive.

Schedule: Full-Time, 40 hours per week, Monday–Friday, with weekends as needed.Compensation: $33–$37 per hour, depending on experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide day-to-day leadership and support to hospital team members
• Foster a positive, engaged, and accountable team culture
• Partner closely with the Chief of Staff to ensure smooth hospital operations and alignment on hospital goals and priorities
• Build and maintain a strong, collaborative working relationship with the Chief of Staff and medical team to support clinical excellence and team success
• Assist with staff scheduling, training, coaching, and performance management
• Support inventory management, hospital operations, and administrative processes
• Help create an efficient, organized, and welcoming environment for clients, patients, and team members

What We’re Looking For:

• Previous leadership, supervisory, or management experience preferred
• A team-oriented professional who is passionate about veterinary medicine and interested in growing their leadership skills
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to build relationships, motivate team members, and lead by example
• Experience in customer service, operations, healthcare, hospitality, or team leadership roles is a plus

Benefits:

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match (if applicable)
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities
• Employee pet care discounts
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment