Veterinary Office Manager Jobs in California

A Veterinary Office Manager plays a pivotal role in the efficient functioning of a veterinary practice. Their roles include but are not limited to handling client relations, managing staff, overseeing inventory, maintaining financial records, and ensuring compliance with veterinary laws and regulations. They are responsible for ensuring that the office operates smoothly, providing the necessary support to veterinarians and other office staff, thereby enabling them to focus on the medical needs of the animals. The Veterinary Office Manager is also often the first point of contact for clients, so strong communication and customer service skills are essential.

Important skills for a Veterinary Office Manager include leadership, organization, problem-solving, and knowledge of veterinary software systems. While there are no specific certifications required for this role, a Certified Veterinary Practice Manager (CVPM) designation can be beneficial. This certification demonstrates a high level of professional competency and expertise in the field of veterinary practice management. Individuals aspiring to become a Veterinary Office Manager often start in roles such as Veterinary Assistant, Veterinary Technician, or Front Office Coordinator, gaining valuable hands-on experience in a veterinary setting before advancing into management.

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Duties include overseeing the animals' medical care, housing, and diets, supervising other animal-care employees and volunteers, and taking animals to the vet clinic for treatment as needed....

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Veterinary Hospital Manager

  • Urgent Care Animal Hospital
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago

Urgent Care Animal Hospital, located in vibrant Los Angeles, CA, provides comprehensive veterinary care, focusing heavily on immediate and urgent needs for the community's pets. Our mission is to...

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AVP, Client Experience Manager

  • LPL Financial Services
  • San Diego, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 4 days ago

Where Ambition Meets Innovation Build a career that matches all your initiative with an impressive dose of innovation. From cutting-edge resources and a collaborative environment to the freedom to...

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Veterinary Practice Manager

  • Thrive Pet Healthcare
  • Thousand Oaks, CA
  • 14 days ago
  • Thousand Oaks, CA
  • 14 days ago

Description Veterinary Practice Manager, Caring Hands Veterinary Hospital Thrive Pet Healthcare is looking for a Veterinary Practice Manager to join our team as part of the Thrive Pet Healthcare...

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Veterinary Practice Manager

  • 113410 Mission Valley Pet Clinic LP
  • San Diego, CA
  • 21 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 21 days ago

Mission Valley Pet Clinic is a well-established, full-service veterinary hospital located in the heart of San Diego, California. For decades, we have been a trusted partner in pet care for our...

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Veterinary Hospital Manager

  • Aza
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 24 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 24 days ago

The Hospital Manager performs a wide range of difficult-to-complex activities related to: delivering high quality animal care and excellent Animal Division service; managing the budget and accounting...

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Veterinary Hospital Manager

  • Pet Medical Center and Spa
  • Fresno, CA
  • 26 days ago
  • Fresno, CA
  • 26 days ago

Are you a dedicated and dynamic leader with a passion for veterinary medicine? Do you thrive on driving growth and fostering a positive and collaborative team environment? Pet Medical Center and...

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Veterinary Hospital Manager - RVT

  • Petco Animal Supplies Inc
  • Escondido, CA
  • 26 days ago
  • Escondido, CA
  • 26 days ago

Schedule appointments, provide client education, relay test results to doctor and clients, maintain and update hospital inventory, maintain client/patient records within the practice management system...

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Veterinary Department Manager - Customer Service

  • Thrive Pet Healthcare
  • Culver City, CA
  • 28 days ago
  • Culver City, CA
  • 28 days ago

Description ACCESS Los Angeles is seeking a Department Manager of Customer Service to join our growing team! Job Summary: Reporting directly to the Director of Service and Hospitality, the...

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Veterinary Hospital Manager - Gateway Pet Hospital, San Ramon CA

  • Vetcor
  • San Ramon, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Ramon, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Who we are Looking to lead a quality team of veterinary professionals in a busy, successful practice? Look no further than Gateway Pet Hospital in San Ramon, CA! We're looking for an experienced...

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Veterinary Department Manager - ER

  • Thrive Pet Healthcare
  • Culver City, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Culver City, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Description ACCESS Los Angeles is seeking an ER Department Manager to join our growing team! ACCESS LA is one of the largest, most advanced, and progressive veterinary multi-specialty groups in So...

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Senior Director, Veterinary Services

  • Humane Society Silicon Valley
  • Milpitas, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Milpitas, CA
  • 45+ days ago

Love animals? Want to spend your day surrounded by wagging tails and soft purrs? Humane Society Silicon Valley (HSSV), a privately funded, 501(c)(3) non-profit, has been serving people and pets in...

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Veterinary Practice Manager

  • Petco Animal Supplies Inc
  • Vista, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Vista, CA
  • 45+ days ago

Schedule appointments, provide client education, relay test results to doctor and clients, maintain and update hospital inventory, maintain client/patient records within the practice management system...

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Veterinary Hospital Manager

  • PetVet Care Centers
  • Berkeley, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Berkeley, CA
  • 45+ days ago

At PetVet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage for all the moments that matter. Because life is...

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Salary for Veterinary Office Manager Jobs in California

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Highest Education Level

Veterinary Office Managers in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
35.8%
Associate's Degree
20.4%
High School or GED
19.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.4%
Master's Degree
8.1%
Some College
3.0%
Doctorate Degree
2.6%
Some High School
0.9%


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