Hospital Operations Manager

GoodVets; Surprise (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

401(k) match

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Culture of growth

Job summary

GoodVets is seeking a Hospital Operations Manager to act as the operational heartbeat of the hospital. You’ll run day-to-day operations, lead staffing, scheduling, inventory, and reporting while upholding quality care and client experiences.

You’ll hire, train, coach, and develop teams; monitor performance and margins; ensure compliance with standards; and partner with doctors to deliver exceptional veterinary care.

Qualifications

• Experience as Hospital Operations Manager or similar role desired.
• Minimum 3+ years in veterinary medicine with progressive responsibilities; technician background preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership and ability to train and mentor others.
• Advanced skills in practice management systems and MS Excel.
• Basic accounting skills.
• Ability to implement and enforce SOPs and hospital protocols.
• Strong communication with hospital and corporate teams.
• Excellent problem-solving capabilities and composure under pressure.
• Demonstrated passion to improve care for pets and people.

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; set performance expectations.
• Prepare monthly reports on hospital performance, staffing, margins, and trends.
• Conduct performance reviews and provide coaching for growth.
• Monitor inventory, manage ordering, and control costs.
• Support doctors, staff, and clients with clarity and professionalism.

Skills

Hospital Ops Manager experience

Veterinary medicine experience

Leadership & mentoring

Practice management systems

MS Excel

Basic accounting

SOP enforcement

Clear communication

Problem solving

Passion for pets care

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.

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.