Veterinary Hospital Operations Lead

Lakefield Veterinary Group; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Lakefield Veterinary Group seeks a Veterinary Hospital Administrator to drive performance and maintain a high-quality, compassionate veterinary practice. The role oversees business, HR, finance and operations in partnership with Medical Director to ensure a profitable hospital.

The position emphasizes leadership, strategic planning, and staff development with a focus on delivering excellent client care and operational efficiency in a 40-hour per week onsite role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or AA in related field or equivalent work experience.
• 2+ years of experience in operations, financial and facilities management and/or HR.
• Experience in hospital management within veterinary or health industry; leadership of a large team preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee business and staff functions including HR, financial, operational and business activities.
• Partner with Medical Director to maintain a profitable operation and vision of excellence.
• Lead, coach and develop the direct-report team; provide feedback and performance management.
• Ensure hospital scheduling, staffing, and operational coverage with cross-functional teams.
• Monitor KPIs such as daily revenue, transaction volume and labor costs to inform decisions.

Skills

Leadership

Team Development

Communication

HR Knowledge

Financial Acumen

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or AA in related field

Licensed Veterinary Technician (optional)

Job description

Lakefield Veterinary Group seeks a Veterinary Hospital Administrator to drive performance and maintain a high-quality, compassionate veterinary practice. The role oversees business, HR, finance and operations in partnership with Medical Director to ensure a profitable hospital.

The position emphasizes leadership, strategic planning, and staff development with a focus on delivering excellent client care and operational efficiency in a 40-hour per week onsite role.