Veterinary Hospital Director
Company: Ethos Veterinary Health
Location: Anchorage
Posted on: May 7, 2025
Job Description:
We're searching for a committed, experienced Hospital Director
to join our dynamic team at PET Emergency Treatment-a thriving,
24-hour emergency and specialty hospital in beautiful Anchorage
Alaska-you'll be joining an organization that is all about
delivering superior veterinary care with compassion! -If you have a
strong background in clinical operations, financial management, and
developing high-performing teams, we'd love to hear from you! This
role is essential to the daily success of our hospital and offers a
chance to make a significant impact.The ideal compensation range is
$100-115K annual. The final salary will be based off the
candidate's experience level and ability to make an impact coming
into the organization. The package also comes with an annual
profit-sharing bonus plan and a comprehensive benefits package.This
position also includes a possible relocation and/or signing bonus
as well as a number of local in-house hospital perks! -Pet
Emergency Treatment, Inc. provides specialty and 24-hour emergency
care services to pets and their owners in the Anchorage bowl and
surrounding communities. Our highly skilled veterinarians and staff
are dedicated to serving animals with exceptional specialty,
emergency and referral care, providing compassion to the people who
love them, and supporting the local veterinary community at any
time of day or night. Being in Alaska we can get called upon to
support the Iditarod and occasional work with Sea Life Center. PET
is proudly accredited by the American Animal Hospital Association.
- -About the Hospital
- Two locations: an established, -newly -expanded 24-hour
emergency and critical care hospital and a -brand new -urgent care
location, within a short driving distance.
- Large comfort room, large treatment area with a separate cat
room, two large surgery suites and prep area, and isolation
ward
- In-house laboratory capabilities including Idexx Vet Suite
(Catalyst Chemistry Analyzer, Lasercyte CBC, Urinalysis, and ELISA
Snap Reader), and basic cytology.
- We also have a close association with a local full-service
laboratory.
- In-house ECG, Echocardiogram, and Ultrasound
- Digital radiography and CT
- Endoscopy, bronchoscopy, and rhinoscopy
- Excellent surgical monitoring capabilities with SurgiVet for
non-invasive blood pressure, 3 Lead ECG, Heart rate, Digital SpO2,
End Tidal CO2, Respiration, Temperature, and Built-In Printer
- Ventilator capabilities in surgery suite
- Complete pharmacy, OTC products, and -prescription diets About
the RoleThe Hospital Director will report directly to the Ethos
Specialty+ER Senior Operations Support Manager and will partner
very closely with the Medical Director.Leadership
- Directly oversees all operations and business activities and
leads team members for all departments.
- Partners effectively and collaboratively with the Medical
Director who is heavily involved in the overall management of the
hospital as well as responsible for the overall level of medicine
and high-quality patient care.
- Demonstrates a strategic orientation by translating a vision
into actionable plans and activities and by managing operations
effectively to achieve objectives.
- Directs leadership team in a collaborative fashion to
facilitate resolution of issues and growth within the
hospital.
- Organizes and conducts staff meetings. Meeting regularly with
managers to discuss, evaluate, and plan for the welfare of the
practice. Attends corporate meetings.
- Consciously shapes a positive hospital culture based on trust
and teamwork that caters to the needs of our clients and referring
veterinarians.
- Responsible for overseeing the recruitment, interviewing, and
hiring of staff in conjunction with the Medical Director.
- Monitors employee competence and effectiveness through manager
feedback and observation as well as staff performance and salary
reviews including overseeing disciplinary actions and
terminations.
- Collaborates on the recruitment, interviewing, contract
negotiation, and hiring of doctors in conjunction with the Medical
Director.
- Responsible for working closely with the Medical Director to
establish the best medical care while keeping the positive
financial health of the hospital.
- Exhibits a calming, humble and teachable attitude whilst having
the ability to address decisive change through the hospital.
- Passionate about providing resources, support, and supervision
for the hospital staff and fostering an incredibly positive and
forward moving culture.Strategic Orientation
- Develops in-depth understanding of local market and
relationships with referring general practice veterinarians to
understand their needs.
- Understands, participates, and supports planned marketing
events and programs and ensures that the hospital staff utilizes
marketing tools and materials, events, and programs.
- Identifies and executes short- and long-term plans for growth,
including the addition of new services, recruitment of doctors and
other key team members, pricing strategies, space optimization, and
acquisitions of new equipment.Financial Analysis & Planning
- Responsible for accounting and finance processes within the
hospital, as well as the creation of an annual operating budget
built to achieve overall revenue growth and profitability.
- Leads hospital financial activities, including monthly review
of financial statements and appropriate corrective action in
response to variances and trends.
- Applies continuous improvement principles to existing financial
and operating processes with constant communication and feedback
loop with doctors and hospital staff.
- Owner of the P&L and responsible for meeting and exceeding
expected financial results.
- Reviews accounts receivable to confirm proper and timely
processing.
- Responsible for payroll processing on a biweekly basisBusiness
Operations
- Inspirational and motivational leader who will drive results
across all elements of the business. Sets goals and evaluates
progress toward goals.
- The HD will help each person on the team to develop a deep
understanding of the mission, vision, and values and how individual
work is aligned with business goals that contribute to and
ultimately drive our success.
- Partners effectively with EVH and technology providers to
support and enhance hospital activities and the experience of
clients and referring veterinarians.
- Directs growth activities to support business objectives and
plans. Provides thought leadership, coaching, and mentoring to
elevate hospital leadership team-and the entire team-to increase
performance and productivity levels.
- Understands lean principles and identifies and executes
opportunities to improve processes and create efficiencies.
- Understands how to grow and develop De Novo locations as the
market is able to bear expansion.
- Responsible for administration and review of non-medical client
complaints.
- Oversees billing, calculations of any discounts, and other
special accounts.
- Oversees client flow to ensure that clients and patients are
seen and treated in a professional, timely, and competent
manner.Requirements / Personal Attributes
- 5+ years of progressive operational management experience with
a record of success, including experience managing a P&L.
- MBA or equivalent experience is preferred.
- Larger scale healthcare (veterinary or human) experience
preferred but not required.
- Multi-site leadership experience highly preferred but not
required.
- Learns quickly and can absorb new information rapidly.
- Self-motivated while also an expert at motivating, coaching,
and inspiring others.
- Ability to roll up your sleeves and get things done with
enthusiastic participation, including flexible and irregular hours
and role descriptions to support the hospital.
- Proficient in Microsoft applications - Excel, Word, PowerPoint,
and Outlook. -Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of
innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over
140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos
brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500
specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets
annually. The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary
professionals utilize state-of-the-art technology and a scientific,
evidence-based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care
and rewarding careers. Committed to revolutionizing veterinary
medicine, Ethos sets the standard in veterinary excellence.
Discover more at EthosVet.com..Ethos Veterinary Health -offers a
comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a
401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time)
for all eligible employees. - The team can provide more information
about compensation and benefits for your specific location during
the process. - For positions based in Colorado, Ethos Veterinary
Health provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave
and public health emergency leave in accordance with the
requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act. -
-Ethos Veterinary Health -is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation,
gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or
disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San
Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative
for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring
regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified
applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a
manner consistent with the applicable regulation.9269766PM19Tags:
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