Hospital Manager Position Available In Davidson, Tennessee

Hospital Manager Nashville Zoo – 3.8 Nashville, TN Job Details Full-time $26.98 – $31.84 an hour 10 hours ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Qualifications 6 years Management Veterinary Technician Certification Laboratory experience Bachelor’s degree Veterinary Medicine Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Senior level Business Full Job Description Nashville Zoo at

Grassmere Position Description Position Title:

Hospital Manager Department:

Veterinary Supervisor:

Director of Animal Health Position Status:

Full-Time, Exempt Company Overview:

Nashville Zoo is dedicated to inspiring a culture of understanding and discovery of our natural world through conservation, innovation, and leadership. With a diverse collection of animals and a commitment to wildlife preservation, we provide engaging experiences for visitors of all ages.

Position Description:

The Zoo Veterinary Hospital Manager is an integral member of the veterinary hospital management team. The Hospital Manager will partner with the Medical Director to lead the veterinary team with facility and equipment maintenance as well as ensuring the hospital’s daily operations are met. Responsibilities include coordinating the overall operations of the hospital, ensuring outstanding progressive patient care, and a collaborative team environment with all department leads and staff. The hospital manager ensures the veterinary team delivers high quality care and excellent animal division service. The hospital manager will manage the veterinary team budget and staffing and interfacing with the human resources department for hiring and disciplinary concerns.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Leadership and Planning:

acts as a champion for change and identifies, documents share and promotes best practices. Planning and tracking annual department budget. Oversees the hospital staff schedule and management of labor costs. Assists with forecasting the operational needs of the hospital: DVM/Staff Growth, Equipment additions/replacement, hospital maintenance Oversees hospital policies including DEA/Controlled Substances and OSHA compliance. Ensures accurate tracking and maintenance of current licensure for all DVM’s and LVT’s. Implements performance-based incentives and recognition programs. Ensures physical facility maintenance through collaboration with the Zoo’s Operations Team. Maintains and helps identify hospital equipment needs. Provides or facilitates technical training to improve the skill level of other staff members. Participates in onboarding new hires and all new hire paperwork. Manages schedules for hospital keeper/technical staff as well as coordinates DVM and support schedules with the Medical Director. Assists with scheduling of medical procedures and the incoming and outgoing of animals/preventative care. Assist with donor engagement opportunities and tours.

Qualifications:

Skills:

Strong laboratory skills. Strong organizational and personnel management skills. Excellent verbal and written communicator. Must be adaptable, self-motivated and able to work as part of a team.

Education/Experience:

Degree as a Licensed Veterinary Technician or equivalent. Bachelor’s degree in business or related degree is preferred. At least six years’ experience as an LVT and 4 years working in zoos/aquariums.

Physical Responsibilities:

Work environment is a typical office setting; must be able to sit/stand for an extended time. Must be able to walk throughout the zoo when needed. Must be able to view a computer screen and type for extended periods of time. Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 25 pounds without assistance.

Work Schedule:

Full-time position, averaging 40 hours per week. Must be flexible to work weekends and evenings when needed.

Benefits:

Nashville Zoo offers a comprehensive benefits package to full-time employees, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Programs, a 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off, sick leave, long-term disability coverage, park discounts, and membership benefits. Pay is determined by experience.

Pre-employment requirements:

Nashville Zoo is an EEO Institution and a Drug Free Workplace. Candidates for this position must submit to a criminal background check and pass a drug test.