Hospital Manager

Hospital Manager Opportunity at Fire Mountain Veterinary Hospital

At Fire Mountain Veterinary Hospital, we believe that personalized, individualized veterinary care is the core of our mission. You will be joining one of the few remaining family-owned hospitals in North County San Diego, where we strive to keep client education and collaborative conversations central to every care plan. The local community trusts the compassionate care we provide, reflected by our excellent 4.5-star Google rating. If you are looking for an innovative hospital where you can do your best work and treat pets like family, this is the ideal opportunity for you. We understand that achieving your long-term career goals requires dedicated support. As a teammate here, you benefit from a hospital culture that actively promotes continuous growth and education. Our commitment means that veterinarians have access to internal specialty consultations to support complex cases, and there are structured programs in place to help all teammates succeed, whether you are pursuing credentialed technician certification or aspiring to leadership positions within the practice. We pride ourselves on remaining on the cutting edge of veterinary medicine, ensuring your patients receive the most current and effective care possible within our state-of-the-art facility. As a full-service hospital, you will have the opportunity to manage comprehensive cases ranging from routine preventative care to complex surgeries and critical internal medicine. Our medical services include dentistry, emergency care, specialist services, and dedicated geriatric and end-of-life care, allowing you to provide continuity and depth of service to our diverse North County San Diego patient base. Fire Mountain Veterinary Hospital is located in Oceanside, California, placing you in the heart of beautiful North County San Diego. This area offers an exceptional coastal lifestyle, mixing beach town accessibility with the broader cultural amenities of the San Diego region. You will find that this location provides the perfect balance between a rewarding career and access to a vibrant, relaxed community that appreciates the high quality of veterinary care you will deliver.

Your Impact as a Hospital Manager

• Cultivate a Healthy Culture: You'll be the champion for a positive, engaged, and collaborative team environment that aligns with our WAG values.
• Develop Your Team: You'll guide the career development of all team members, from onboarding and training to long-term growth and success.
• Drive Business Success: You'll have ownership of the hospital's financial health, managing the P&L, labor costs, and inventory to meet and exceed business goals.
• Build a High-Performing Team: You'll take the lead on recruiting, interviewing, and hiring top talent for all hospital roles.
• Champion the Client Experience: You'll ensure every client and pet receives exceptional service, proactively addressing concerns to build lasting community relationships.

What You'll Bring to the Team

• Proven experience managing a P&L, with a track record of driving results.
• A successful background in recruiting, interviewing, and building high-quality teams.
• Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to foster a positive, high-performing culture.
• Strong communication and conflict-resolution skills.
• Previous management experience in a veterinary, medical, or customer-focused retail environment is required.

Responsibilities and Benefits

How You're Supported

As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the stability of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you, so you can focus on what you love. Note: Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support you at every stage. Eligibility for specific benefits varies based on your role and hours worked.

Competitive Compensation

A competitive hourly rate or salary based on your experience and role.

Health & Wellbeing

We offer comprehensive coverage options including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, along with access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all teammates.

Financial Security

Plan for your future with our 401k retirement options and additional financial protection benefits like Life Insurance and Disability coverage.

Commitment to Growth

We support your career goals with opportunities for professional development, including educational assistance for qualified teammates to enroll in AVMA-accredited veterinary technician programs.

The Power of a Network

Join a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals who share a passion for collaboration, career growth, and sharing best practices.

Valuable Perks

Enjoy discounted veterinary care for your own pets, access to an online discount platform, and free 24/7 access to doctors through Teladoc.

About Mission Pet Health

Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 850+ hospital teams on a hyper-local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at missionpethealth.com.

Driving the award-winning culture are the WAG values Work Together, Amaze, and Grow . Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led, people-focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine. We are proud to be recognized as a 2025 "Most Loved Workplace," ranked #2 in America's Top 100 and #1 in veterinary care.

Reasonable Accommodations: Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation. Please contact View email address on click.appcast.io with your request and contact information.

EEO Statement: Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.