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Hospital Operations Manager

National Veterinary Associates (NVA)Group

Iowa Posted

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Benefits mentioned: Health insurance, 401(k) or retirement, Paid time off

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City: Des Moines

State: Iowa

Hospital Name: Starch Pet Hospital

Job Type: Hospital Management

Employment Type: Permanent

Are you a dynamic team leader with an entrepreneurial drive? Ready to take charge of a multi-million-dollar business that positively impacts your community? Starch Pet Hospital  is actively seeking a results-driven Manager to lead our expanding team! If this sounds like you and you have a background in retail, services, hospitality, healthcare, or consumer services, we want to hear from you!
 
 
For more details, please visit our website at:  https://www.starchpethospital.com/
 
 
The Opportunity:
 
As a Hospital Manager, you will be an essential part of the hospital management team, collaborating closely with the Managing Veterinarian to ensure the efficient and profitable operation of the hospital. Your role will drive revenue, manage costs, and cultivate a hospital culture focused on top-notch patient care and exceptional customer service. You will oversee the planning and coordination of hospital operations while creating a supportive and cohesive team environment. Given the managerial responsibilities and the need for in-person interaction with clients and employees, regular on-site attendance is a fundamental requirement for this position.
 
 
Responsibilities:
 
  • Complete ownership of P&L, accountable for the hospital's performance
  • Collaborate with regional leadership to identify trends and forecast the hospital's needs
  • Manage accounts receivable
  • Oversee hospital inventory and control facility and administrative costs
  • Manage payroll for hospital staff
  • Develop the hospital schedule and manage labor costs
  • Champion change and identify, document, share, and promote best practices
  • Lead the hospital team to enhance processes and workflows, covering client service, operations, and administrative tasks
  • Implement new technologies and initiatives to improve operational efficiency
  • Establish and drive the culture of the hospital
  • Track and maintain current licensures for all DVMs
  • Provide feedback and handle challenging conversations
  • Demonstrate and reinforce the highest level of client service
 
 
Qualifications:
  • A bachelor’s degree in business or a related field is preferred
  • 3-5 years of experience in a managerial role, including customer service experience
  • Experience in a hospital, retail, or service-based industry setting in positions of increased responsibility is a plus
 
 
Benefits:
  • Annual Base Salary - DOE 
  • Annual Bonus Opportunity paid out quarterly 
  • Health Insurance Benefits
  • Free Mental Health Benefit Options
  • 401k with Match
  • Competitive PTO Plan
  • Continuing Education Stipends
  • Fair Work-Life Balance
Address: 2222 University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311
Website:  https://www.starchpethospital.com/

 
 

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