Southern Trails Vet in Evans, Georgia, is seeking a Practice Manager with a background in office-based leadership and strong HR skills to help guide and support our growing team. While veterinary experience is a plus, our ideal candidate has proven leadership in a professional setting, brings excellent organizational and communication skills, and is confident in handling HR responsibilities. A college degree is required, as we believe it brings a foundation of communication and critical thinking essential to this role.
About Us
At Southern Trails, we strive to make every visit a positive experience for clients, pets, and our team. Our approach is relationship-based, not transaction-focused. We take time to understand concerns, communicate clearly, and support pet owners as partners in their animal’s care.
Internally, we foster a workplace where employees feel seen, supported, and empowered to grow. We value integrity, learning, and kindness—in how we treat our patients, our clients, and each other.
The Opportunity
As Practice Manager, you will oversee the daily operations of the hospital while helping to shape its culture and support the ongoing development of the team. This role blends leadership, organization, and strategy, offering the chance to make a real impact on how the practice runs and how the team thrives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead, coach, and support hospital team members to foster a positive, accountable, and collaborative work environment
- Oversee staff scheduling, recruiting, onboarding, training, inventory management, and facility operations
- Manage key HR processes, including employee relations, performance management, and compliance
- Monitor hospital financial performance, including budgeting, payroll, revenue trends, and key performance indicators
- Ensure an exceptional client experience through efficient operations and outstanding customer service
- Support marketing, client engagement, and community outreach initiatives
What We're Looking For:
- 3+ years of leadership or management experience in a professional, service-based environment
- Demonstrated HR experience, including hiring, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, and compliance
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and conflict-resolution skills
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
- Experience reviewing budgets, financial reports, and operational metrics
- A collaborative leadership style with a calm, solutions-focused approach
- Experience with veterinary or healthcare software preferred but not required
- Bachelor’s level degree from an accredited college
Why Join Southern Trails?
- A chance to help shape a new, growing hospital
- A team that values openness, collaboration, and ongoing learning
- Supportive leadership and an inclusive, down-to-earth work culture
- Competitive salary and benefits package
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
