Lead a Thriving Veterinary Team While Making a Meaningful Impact

Freeland Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Hospital Manager to help lead our well-established, multi-doctor practice in Indianapolis, Indiana. This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated leader who enjoys building strong teams, driving hospital performance, and creating an outstanding experience for clients, patients, and employees alike.

As Hospital Manager, you will partner closely with our veterinary leadership team to shape the future of the practice. You'll have the autonomy to lead day-to-day operations, develop team members, improve processes, and drive business success while fostering a positive and collaborative culture.

If you're energized by mentoring others, solving problems, improving efficiency, and helping a veterinary hospital reach its full potential, we'd love to meet you.

Why You'll Love It Here: At Freeland, relationships come first. We've spent over 20 years building trust in our community by delivering exceptional care—and we do it all while keeping compassion, collaboration, and fun at the heart of what we do.

You'll find:

• No weekend shifts – because your time off matters

• A tight-knit, supportive team that values mentorship and teamwork

• A welcoming space for all employees to grow with guidance and confidence

• A culture that puts your well-being and happiness on par with patient care

In This Role, You Will:

• Lead and inspire a high-performing veterinary support team
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, learning, and exceptional client service
• Partner with veterinarians and regional leadership to achieve hospital goals
• Drive financial performance through strategic planning, budgeting, and operational excellence
• Coach, mentor, and develop team members to help them reach their full potential
• Lead recruiting, onboarding, employee engagement, and retention initiatives
• Analyze hospital performance metrics and implement solutions that support growth and efficiency
• Ensure compliance with employment, safety, and regulatory requirements
• Oversee facility operations, equipment maintenance, scheduling, and workflow optimization
• Serve as a trusted leader and resource for the entire hospital team

What We're Looking For:

Required Experience

• 2+ years of leadership experience in veterinary practice management, healthcare administration, or a related operational leadership role
• Proven success managing teams, budgets, and day-to-day business operations
• Experience coaching and developing employees in a fast-paced environment
• Strong business acumen with the ability to analyze performance metrics and drive results

Preferred Qualifications

• Multi-doctor veterinary hospital leadership experience
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Management, Human Resources, or a related field
• Experience with veterinary practice management software and KPI reporting

The Ideal Candidate

You are a confident, approachable leader who enjoys building relationships and developing people. You balance empathy with accountability, communicate effectively at all levels, and thrive in a collaborative environment. You are comfortable making decisions, solving challenges, and leading change while keeping the needs of patients, clients, and team members at the forefront.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary with potential bonus eligibility
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) with company matching
• Paid time off
• Uniform allowance
• Professional development support
• License reimbursement

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