Veterinary Practice Manager- Interim

Veterinary Practice Manager – Interim job at Pathway Vet Alliance. Chicago, IL.

Position at Thrive Pet Healthcare

Veterinary Practice Manager – Chicago Area
Thrive Pet Healthcare | Chicago, IL (Floating Position)

Compensation Range $80K-$90K depending on experience

Thrive Pet Healthcare is seeking an
Interim Practice Manager (Opportunity to Transition into Full-Time Role) to support our network of veterinary hospitals throughout the Chicago metro area
. This is a short-term placement role designed to provide on-site leadership and operational support to individual hospitals,
one location at a time
.

This position offers a unique opportunity to gain broad exposure across our hospital network while making a meaningful impact at the local level. Based on performance and organizational needs, there is potential for this role to transition into a full-time, permanent Practice Manager position within Thrive Pet Healthcare.

As a Floating Practice Manager
, you will step in to lead hospital operations, support team development, and uphold our commitment to high-quality patient care and exceptional client service. You’ll be embedded within one hospital at a time—helping to stabilize, guide, and grow the team during periods of transition or leadership gaps.

• Provide on-site leadership and management for assigned hospitals in the Chicago area
• Oversee daily operations including staffing, scheduling, inventory, and client service
• Support and coach hospital teams to uphold Thrive values and drive performance
• Collaborate with medical leaders to ensure top-tier veterinary care and compliance
• Contribute to financial management, including budget tracking and KPI monitoring
• Implement operational improvements and ensure adherence to hospital policies

• 3+ years of veterinary hospital management or supervisory experience required
• Previous experience in emergency or specialty veterinary settings is a plus
• Bachelor’s degree in business or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• CVPM certification encouraged
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills
• Comfortable adapting to different teams and workflows
• Willingness and ability to travel to various hospital locations across Chicago

• Competitive pay & 401(k) with employer match
• Veterinary service discounts & pet perks
• Mental health support through Lyra Health (24/7 access)
• Paid parental leave & "purr-ental" leave for pet adoptions
• Employer-sponsored childcare and elder care assistance
• Continuing education (CE) support and tuition reimbursement
• Student loan tools and financial wellness resources

With over 380 hospitals nationwide, Thrive Pet Healthcare offers the stability of a national organization and the local touch of community-focused care. Our mission is to shape the future of veterinary medicine through exceptional care, innovation, and a connected community of professionals.

We support your growth through:

• ThriveU’s extensive CE and training programs
• Live, virtual leadership workshops
• Career pathways into general practice, specialty, or emergency care
• Scholarship opportunities and hands-on development

This is a great opportunity for a skilled leader looking for a flexible, impactful role with potential for long-term growth. If you’re ready to bring your management expertise to multiple high-performing teams, we’d love to hear from you.