Hospital Operations Manager

Goodvets; Pooler (GA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Medical, dental & vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Employee discounts on veterinary care

Collaborative culture

Job summary

GoodVets is seeking an Hospital Operations Manager to be the operational heartbeat of the hospital. You’ll lead daily operations, manage staffing and inventory, and ensure performance targets are met while maintaining a high level of client experience.

You will hire, train, onboard, and coach teams, prepare monthly performance reports, and collaborate with doctors and staff to deliver gold-standard veterinary care and patient experiences.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in veterinary medicine with progressive responsibilities.
• Strong leadership and coaching experience.
• Experience with practice management systems and Excel.
• Excellent communication with teams and corporate.

Responsibilities

• Lead all daily hospital operations.
• Ensure compliance with operating standards and requirements.
• Create and maintain accurate work schedules.
• Hire, train, and onboard new team members, setting bar for performance and culture.
• Prepare monthly reports on hospital performance, staffing needs, margins and trends.
• Conduct performance reviews and provide coaching for growth.
• Monitor inventory, manage ordering, and maintain cost control.
• Support doctors, staff, and clients with clarity, speed, and professionalism.

Skills

Leadership

Staff Training

Client Relations

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Veterinary medicine experience

Tools

Practice Management Systems

MS Excel

Job description

Who We Are:

GoodVets is a nationwide network of modern animal hospitals, co-owned with local veterinarians who are passionate about delivering gold-standard care. We sit at the intersection of quality-first medicine and people-first culture, providing a supportive, growth-minded environment for our teams—and unparalleled service for today's pet parents.

The Opportunity:

As our Hospital Operations Manager, you’ll be the operational heartbeat of the hospital. You’ll run day-to-day, ensuring your team meets and exceeds performance, financial, and client-experience targets. From staffing and scheduling to inventory, compliance, and reporting, you’re the leader who makes the hospital run smoothly with a culture that attracts top talent and delivers exceptional veterinary care and patient experiences.

What You'll Do:

• Lead all daily hospital operations
• Ensure compliance with all operating standards and requirements
• Create and maintain accurate work schedules
• Hire, train, and onboard new team members—setting the bar for performance and culture
• Prepare monthly reports on hospital performance, staffing needs, margins, and trends
• Conduct performance reviews and provide coaching for growth
• Monitor inventory, manage ordering, and maintain cost control
• Support doctors, staff, and clients with clarity, speed, and professionalism

Our Hospital Managers Bring:

• Operational Excellence: Ability to execute and enforce protocols, manage appointment flow, oversee inventory, and balance hands-on tasks with leadership responsibilities
• Client Relations: Maintains a top-tier client experience and proactively resolves issues
• Team Leadership: Hires and develops high-performing teams; models accountability and professionalism
• Culture & Growth: Builds a positive, results-driven environment and rewards excellence
• Technical Support: Strong veterinary technician skillset; able to model technical and patient-care excellence

Required Qualifications:

• Proven work experience as a Hospital Operations Manager, Medical Office Manager or similar role strongly preferred.
• Three plus years in veterinary medicine with progressive responsibilities, technician background strongly preferred
• Powerful leadership skills and an empathetic approach to management, experience training and mentoring/developing others
• Advanced skills in Practice Management Systems and MS Excel.
• Basic accounting skills
• Demonstrated ability to implement and enforce standard operating procedures and hospital protocols to maximize productivity and patient satisfaction
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively with hospital and corporate teams and the confidence to make important decisions.
• Excellent problem-solving capabilities, proactively manage and resolve conflict and the ability to work well under pressure
• Demonstrated passion to make a difference in pets and people’s lives

What We Offer Our Hospital Managers:

• Competitive Compensation: A strong base salary with a generous annual performance-based bonus—because we believe in rewarding the leaders who drive our success.
• Comprehensive benefits package: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you and your family well—plus flexible spending options and disability coverage.
• 401(k) with a Company Match: A retirement plan that helps you plan ahead, with matching contributions to support your long-term goals.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Paid holidays, vacation days, and personal time to help you recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Employee Discounts: Significant savings on veterinary care and products for your own pets at any GoodVets location.
• A Culture that Values You: Be part of a team that leads with empathy, prioritizes collaboration, and celebrates each other’s wins—big and small.

Compensation Range $57,000 — $70,000 USD