Veterinary Practice Manager- Interim Job at Pathway Vet Alliance, Chicago, IL

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  • Pathway Vet Alliance
  • Chicago, IL

Job Description

Description

Position at Thrive Pet Healthcare

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

 

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.

About the Role

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.

Key Responsibilities

  • 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

Qualifications

  • 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

Benefits (for eligible employees)

  • 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

Why Thrive Pet Healthcare?

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.

 

Join us where #WeThriveTogether.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Temporary work, Interim role, Local area, Flexible hours,

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