Specialty Hospital Director - Kalamazoo, MI

Are you a passionate and experienced leader looking for a rewarding career in veterinary medicine? Look no further than VCA Kalamazoo! We are seeking a talented Hospital Director to oversee our state-of-the-art facility, which provides critical and emergency care to pets in need.

As our Hospital Director, you will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of our large veterinary hospital, including surgical and emergency services. You will have the opportunity to work with a team of skilled veterinarians, technicians, and support staff who are committed to delivering the highest standard of care to our patients.

At VCA Kalamazoo, we prioritize a culture of excellence and support for our Associates. As the Director, you will have the chance to foster a positive and collaborative working environment that values local input and decision-making. You will work closely with our Leaders/Supervisors and Medical Director to achieve our goals and uphold our commitment to exceptional service.

What you will be doing but not limited to:

• Accountability for the hospital profit & loss statements

• Responsibility to foster a collaborative and positive culture and work environment

• Focus on exceeding client expectations

• Oversight of Leaders/Supervisors and Medical Director who support approximately 50 associates including doctors, technicians, veterinary assistants, and paraprofessional staff

• Develop and grow future leaders

• Oversight and development of onboarding, training, and continuity programs

• Cultivate relationships within the veterinary community

• Support the recruitment of medical professionals

Who we are looking for:

• Prior specialty/emergency veterinary management knowledge is a plus.

• Strong leadership skills to develop a solid team and proven success in engaging with veterinary professionals

• Excellent analytical and organization skills, with strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities

• Prior leadership for a specialty hospital or multi-site operational business

• Proven experience building high performing teams

• Ability to multi-task and deal with high levels of stress in an environment of changing priorities

• Experienced record of generating revenue growth and ability to balance short-term needs and priorities while building for the future

Special Working Conditions:

• Flexibility in schedule and hours of availability

• The environment where pets are present

• Periodic travel required