Lakeland Veterinary Hospital is seeking a full-time Practice Manager to provide leadership and structure to our team of veterinarians, technicians, and support staff. With a solid understanding of the veterinary industry and prior experience overseeing hospital operations, you'll be responsible for leading with clarity, managing multiple priorities, and contributing directly to the hospital's ongoing excellence and the well-being of the animals we care for.

What to Expect

As you join our mission, expect to be supported in your work and home life with:

• All the benefits you deserve—medical, dental, vision, retirement—plus an employee pet discount because we know your pets are family, too.
• Paid time off. Take the time you need to recharge!
• No Weekend Hours! Great Work-Life Balance!

Salary:

• $75,000 - $85,000 per year, determined by the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications.
• Annual Performance Bonus: Up to 15% of base salary
• $10,000 Sign-on Bonus!

Schedule: The hospital is open Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm. No weekend hours!

Key Responsibilities: 

• Oversee day-to-day operations, primarily focusing on personnel management, including hiring, training, and development.
• Manage Lakeland Veterinary Hospital operations, including scheduling and inventory management.
• Guide and coach colleagues toward continuous improvement, maintaining a strong commitment to the client experience.
• Demonstrate initiative in balancing the needs of both the business and the staff.

Qualifications:

• Previous management experience in a veterinary setting is preferred.
• Experience executing clinical HR functions, including SOPs, evaluations, and disciplinary action.
• Ability to quickly learn and utilize our practice management system,

About Lakeland Veterinary Hospital

Our hospital owner and director, Dr. Deb Piepgras, was born and raised in the area and attended Brainerd High School. She completed her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree in 2000.

Over the years, our staff has become a sort of second family to each other, and we view each of our clients as valued friends. We strive to add the most current scientific advances to our practice as the study of veterinary medicine makes exciting progress every year; for example, we have offered Fear-free training to our staff and added laser therapy and ultrasound technology to our skill set.

We are an AAHA-accredited facility, which has important implications for our standards of care. We have also been voted 'Best Veterinary Clinic' and 'Best Grooming' in the Brainerd Lakes Best of Competition!