Assistant Hospital Manager

Overview

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Poquoson Veterinary Hospital (AAHA-accredited, 4-doctor, small animal + exotics practice) is growing, and we need an exceptional Assistant Hospital Manager / Licensed Veterinary Technician who’s ready to wear two hats: rock-solid clinical wizard AND inspiring team leader. This is not an office-only management job — you’ll stay hands-on with patients while helping steer the hospital and keep it running smoothly.

Clinical Side (you became a tech for a reason):

• Anesthesia monitoring, surgical assisting, dental prophylaxis & radiography
• In-house lab work, digital & dental radiology, ultrasound assistance
• Patient treatments and lots of cuddles with dogs, cats, rabbits, reptiles, and birds

Leadership & Management Side:

• Keep the daily flow smooth and the team smiling
• Help build schedules, train new rockstars, and cheer everyone on
• Jump into performance coaching and career development conversations
• Partner with the Hospital Manager and doctors on budgeting, inventory, and smart cost controls
• Be the go-to problem-solver for staff and clients alike
• Champion our positive, drama-free culture and help us improve every day
• Handle client concerns with grace and turn them into raving fans

Who You Are

• Virginia Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) strongly preferred OR a highly experienced veterinary assistant with proven leadership skills
• Confident in all core technical skills (anesthesia, surgery, dentistry, lab, radiology)
• Natural leader who leads by example and lifts everyone up
• Organized, communicative, and cool under pressure
• Passionate about mentorship and watching your team grow
• Bonus points:
  
  previous supervisory or management experience

Schedule:

Full-time, primarily weekdays with rotating Saturdays. No on-call!

• Highly competitive salary (commensurate with experience)
• Generous signing/retention bonus
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match + profit-sharing potential
• Discounted pet care for your own crew
• Uniform allowance
• Paid CE allowance + dedicated CE days
• Paid vacation + sick leave

If you’re an LVT who’s been dreaming of a role where you can stay clinical, lead an incredible team, and help shape the future of a thriving practice — this is it! Join the Poquoson Vet family and help us keep delivering gold-standard care in the happiest environment around. Your leadership adventure starts here — let’s do this together!

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