Current Job Openings
Financial Manager
Position Overview:
The Financial Manager is a key strategic partner in driving the financial and operational performance of our hospital. This role goes beyond the numbers — while responsible for core financial functions such as budgeting, reporting, revenue cycle management, and compliance, the Financial Manager at VRA also plays a hands-on leadership role, managing a team of 2–3 medical billers and 5–10 Administrative Department Coordinators and Customer Service Leads.
We’re looking for a candidate with a strong foundation in financial management, proven experience leading teams, and a practical understanding of how hospital departments collaborate to deliver exceptional care in a fast-paced, service-oriented setting.
Financial & Technical Expertise
- Strong knowledge of GAAP, budgeting, financial reporting, and A/P & A/R reconciliation
- Advanced experience in revenue cycle management and financial compliance
- Proficiency in financial modeling (in Excel), strategic planning, and process improvement
- Ability to quickly learn and adapt to practice management software
Leadership & Operational Management
- Proven ability to supervise and lead cross-functional teams by fostering a positive, collaborative team culture in a high-volume setting
- Strong organizational, time-management, and decision-making skills
- Experience resolving complex client and operational issues
Communication & Client Relations
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong customer service mindset and conflict resolution abilities
- Experience developing and implementing client-facing financial policies
- Skilled at working with staff across all levels and functions
Healthcare & Industry Knowledge
- Experience in veterinary or human healthcare finance preferred (but not required)
- Understanding of the financial dynamics, terminology, and payment processes within hospitals or other service-driven healthcare environments
PetVet Care Centers, Inc. is one of the nation’s leading operators of veterinary hospitals for companion animals. The company operates over 450 hospitals across multiple states and employs over 11,000 people including over 800 veterinarians. Since its inception, PetVet has been structured around a model that is focused on developing a partnership between the hospitals and the company and providing the highest quality medicine and service.
PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V
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Why Consider Our Gaithersburg Hospital?
At Veterinary Referral Associates, our team members all share the same passion for making and keeping animals healthy.
Our hospital truly is an excellent place to work, with a highly skilled team focused on 'best in practice' veterinary care.
We are very supportive of individuals looking to grow their veterinary careers and look forward to hearing from you.
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We invite you to explore your veterinary career options with Veterinary Referral Associates, where you'll be a respected member of a team that loves animals and values the contributions from every individual on the team.