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VCA Animal Hospitals
Experienced Veterinary Hospital Manager
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What they do
A Veterinary Practice Manager manages a veterinary practice office for a group of veterinarians. Works with veterinarians and veterinary technicians and hires and supervises administrative staff. Oversees business operations and administration for an office, including scheduling, bookkeeping, billing, patient records and equipment and supply orders.
$87,325 / year median in Massachusetts
+12% projected growth
Job Description
Jobs › Osterville, MA › Experienced Veterinary Hospital Ma… VCA Animal Hospitals Experienced Veterinary Hospital Manager Osterville, MA Apply We are seeking a highly experienced Veterinary professional to join our leadership team as Hospital Manager at VCA Osterville Veterinary Clinic. This practice has been a staple in the Osterville and surrounding communities for many years. The role demands a leader with the interpersonal and organizational skills to continue achieving our goals of delivering excellent patient care and customer service to both our clients, their pets and referring veterinarians. The successful candidate will have experience in Human Resource and personnel management, Marketing, and Business development. Your strong financial and operational acumen will be put to good use! The Hospital Manager—under the guidance of the Regional Management team and in partnership with the Medical Director—performs a wide range of administrative activities related to the practice.
This includes:
mentoring the staff and overseeing the business operations and maintenance of the facility; ensuring the business growth and profitability of the practice; and supporting the hospital's mission of delivering high quality patient care and exceptional client service. Skills and Qualifications- 2 to 3 years of customer service and financial budget management experience.
- Knowledge of sales and marketing techniques.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, especially to a diverse range of audiences and settings.
- The ability to make decisions, delegate responsibility and achieve results with hospital team members.
- Professional comportment and appearance, with excellent interpersonal skills and a friendly, positive attitude.
- Respect for and willingness to work with clients and their pets.
- Must be able to handle multiple tasks and deal with an environment of changing priorities. Job Responsibilities
- Direct and develop the veterinary, technical and administrative staff towards the goal of quality patient care and excellent client service; assist in the formulation of objectives and policies to ensure efficient and profitable hospital operations.
- Oversee the hiring, reviewing, disciplining and terminating of professional staff, in accordance with and with the approval of the Regional Management team.
- Review the P&L Report monthly to increase revenue and limit expenses; work with home office to prepare and submit the yearly budget (budget forecast, operating plan, cap-ex expenditures) and participate in the evaluation process with Regional Management team.
- Model an "owner" mentality in hospital by demonstrating a willingness to assist all employees in making the practice a success; invest the necessary amount of time to accomplish the required responsibilities and ensure the smooth operation of the hospital.
- Minimizing patient stress and discomfort; recommend referral to another VCA doctor or specialist when this is likely to significantly improve the prognosis.
- Maintain client/patient medical records and make certain all necessary logs are kept up-to-date through established protocols; assist colleagues in follow-up and future management of the patient.
- Supervise the administration and case review of client medical complaints.
- Positively represent the hospital and VCA in the professional community and to the general public.