Job Description:
• We are seeking a strategic, hands-on Vice President of Operations to lead and support a growing network of veterinary hospitals across multiple regions. This executive will manage a team of Regional Directors, each of whom oversees 8–10 hospitals, and will serve as a critical bridge between field operations, hospital leadership, and the executive team.
• The ideal candidate brings strong veterinary or multi-site healthcare experience, exceptional financial acumen, and a proven ability to influence change from the ground up. You must think and act like an owner—driving profitability, operational consistency, cultural alignment, and sustainable growth across the organization.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead, coach, and support a team of Regional Directorswho oversee operations for 8–10 hospitals each across diverse geographies
• Partner directly with veterinarians and hospital leadership teams to ensure alignment on strategy, culture, and financial goals
• Own performance across your portfolio of hospitals—monitoring KPIs and P&L metrics, identifying gaps, and driving action plans to achieve results
• Standardize and scale best practices in hospital operations, client experience, staff management, and financial performance
• Collaborate with the M&A team to evaluate potential acquisitions, lead integration plans, and ensure smooth cultural and operational transitions
Qualifications:
• 10+ years of progressive operations leadership experience in veterinary, multi-site healthcare, or a similar service-focused industry
• 5+ years managing regional leaders or multi-unit operations at a VP or senior director level
• Proven success managing large, decentralized teams across multiple locations or states
• Demonstrated fluency in financial management, P&L ownership, and budgeting
• Experience in acquisitions, integrations, and change management within a high-growth or consolidating environment with an entrepreneurial environment with frequent travel (up to 50%)