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Veterinarian

J941571 Carrboro North Carolina Carrboro USD120K - USD150K / Year

Lead a thriving, community-focused veterinary hospital as Hospital Manager in Carrboro, NC, with compensation up to $150,000. Step into a leadership role where operations, culture, and client experience come together to deliver outstanding care.

The Hospital
This established small-animal practice is known for a welcoming, client-centered approach and a collaborative, supportive team culture. The environment is designed for efficiency and compassion, with strong technical support and modern clinical capabilities.
- Community-focused practice with a relaxed, relationship-driven feel
- Supportive, inclusive culture emphasizing wellbeing, growth, and professional development
- Favorable staffing model with trained assistants and licensed technicians supporting clinical teams
- Open six days a week, wheelchair accessible, convenient parking, and client-friendly services such as multi-pet appointments and an online pharmacy
- On-site diagnostics and treatment: digital radiography (including dental), ultrasound and echocardiography, in-house lab testing and urinalysis, laser therapy, and a dedicated surgery suite
- Modern anesthesia support and monitoring to promote patient safety and quality care

Location
Situated in Carrboro, NC, the hospital benefits from a lively, walkable college-town atmosphere adjacent to Chapel Hill and UNC-Chapel Hill. The area blends a strong arts scene, excellent food culture, greenways for biking and walking, and easy access to Triangle-area employment and amenities.
- Walkable downtown with live music at renowned venues and the annual Carrboro Music Festival
- Year-round Carrboro Farmers’ Market and a vibrant farm-to-table dining scene
- Bolin Creek Greenway and the Libba Cotten Bikeway for easy bike and pedestrian access
- Local bus service and short commutes throughout the Triangle
- Highly educated community with progressive civic values and strong engagement
- Independent shops, co-ops, galleries, and a thriving small-business culture
- Ongoing downtown investment and growth contributing to long-term vibrancy

Benefits
- Performance-based bonus plan
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Paid parental leave
- Continuing education and professional development support
- Employee assistance program and wellbeing resources
- Employee pet care discounts
- Relocation assistance; sign-on or retention package may be available

The Role
- Serve as the operational leader of the hospital, partnering closely with the Medical Director to deliver excellent clinical, client, team, and business outcomes
- Lead, coach, and develop support teams; attract and retain talent; manage scheduling, workload, and labor goals
- Drive an exceptional client journey from scheduling through checkout; resolve escalations with empathy and timely follow-through
- Oversee budgeting, P&L, revenue, expense management, charge capture, and reporting; use data to guide decisions and improve results
- Manage inventory, vendor relationships, and purchasing within guidelines
- Ensure accuracy and privacy of medical records; uphold regulatory, safety, and quality standards
- Monitor reputation and client feedback; translate insights into service improvements
- Maintain a safe, efficient, and organized facility, with clear SOPs and consistent communication
- Coordinate with centralized resources as needed to support operations and growth

Requirements
- Proven leadership experience in a service-driven environment (veterinary, medical, or multi-department retail/operations preferred)
- Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, data analysis, and KPI management
- Excellent communication, customer service, and team-development skills
- Ability to prioritize, adapt, and lead calmly in a fast-paced setting
- Proficiency with practice or business management software and standard office tools
- Ability to work an on-site, full-time schedule, including occasional Saturdays
- Eligibility to work in the United States
- Ability to obtain and maintain any required North Carolina licenses or registrations for the role; if the successful candidate is a veterinarian, must hold or be eligible for a North Carolina DVM license

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If leading a respected, community-oriented hospital in Carrboro sounds like the right next step, click apply. A member of the team will be in touch shortly.

Benefits

Paid Vacations, Medical insurance, Relocation assistance