Our highly regarded progressive 6-dvm small animal hospital, Well Pets Veterinary Clinic, is seeking an experienced hospital administer to partner with our practice in enlarging our hospital and its mission throughout the region. Our culture is second to none. We pride ourselves in creating a welcoming, progressive positive culture where staff love coming to work.  We instill a sense of responsibility and accountability by focusing on what’s going well and/or improving.  Then we reward it.  We use communication to empower and we start with respect to foster trust. Our highly trained staff provide great teamwork, comradery and respect for themselves, their team and the clients and pets.  Education and collaboration are key practice values. We practice very progressive medicine.  We are located in Irmo, S.C., ten miles from the capital of S.C., Columbia.  We are located off the shore of Lake Murray, a 50,000-acre reservoir and recreational center with amazing boating and fishing.  We are a very affordable place to live, very safe with great educational facilities.  Today with more than 12,000 residents Irmo is one of the country's most sought-after places to live.

Our Hospital Administrator is:

-a leader and an integral member of the veterinary hospital management team.

-a champion for change and identifies, documents, shares, and promotes best practices. 

-experience managing veterinarians is a must.

-a partner with our owner and managing veterinarian to provide a smooth and profitable operation by driving revenue and managing costs while creating a hospital culture based on high-quality patient care and exceptional customer service. Responsibilities include managing, planning, and coordinating the overall operations of the hospital, and cultivating a supportive culture.

Education/Experience:

5+years of management experience as a practice manager in a veterinary or other medical clinic including these qualities:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Certified Veterinary Practice Manager designation is desired but not required for the right candidate
• Someone who is on the upswing in their career full of enthusiasm and drive
• Direct management of veterinarians
• Ability to coach and develop talent
• Great business acumen
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Demonstrable leadership qualities
• Financial management including budgeting, projections
• Outstanding written and verbal communications skills
• Great problem-solving skills

Compensation/Benefits:

For the right candidate, $70-$90K depending on experience and accomplishments.  Other benefits include medical insurance (PPO BC/BS), 3 weeks’ vacation, continuing education, IRA (3% match after one year), some relocation expenses.  No need to send resume if you do not have an updated one. Just email me and tell me why we should talk. My contact information is Victoria L. Travis, MS, at Victoria@travisandassociates.com or call 720-535-6433 for more information. Please know all inquiries are confidential.