Veterinarian

Lead a respected small-animal hospital as Hospital Manager in Ridgeland, MS, with compensation up to $160,000. Step into a pivotal leadership role guiding culture, client service, and operational excellence.The HospitalThis established, full-service small animal practice is known for compassionate, high-quality medicine and outstanding client care. The team embraces a collaborative Culture of Care with local leadership, clear communication, and genuine support for professional growth.- Comprehensive services including wellness and preventive care, dentistry, surgery, internal medicine, and overnight boarding- In-house diagnostics: laboratory testing, radiography, ultrasound, ECG, bloodwork, and cytology- Client conveniences such as on-site and online pharmacy, online booking, multi-pet appointments, and phone reminders- Extended weekday hours with Saturday availability, wheelchair accessibility, and ample free parking- A positive, growth-focused environment with continuing education support and structured developmentLocationRidgeland blends suburban comfort with metro convenience in the Jackson area, offering easy commutes, outdoor recreation on the Ross Barnett Reservoir, and a lively mix of shopping, dining, and festivals.- Fast regional connections along I-55 with easy access to I-20; Jackson-Evers International Airport typically 15-30 minutes away- Waterfront lifestyle at the 33,000-acre Ross Barnett Reservoir for boating, fishing, trails, and picnicking- Access to the Natchez Trace Parkway and multi-use paths for running and cycling- Upscale shopping, dining, and hotels at Renaissance at Colony Park, plus extensive retail at Northpark Mall and nearby corridors- Community events including the Ridgeland Fine Arts Festival, Art, Wine & Wheels weekend, and the Natchez Trace Century Ride- Strong local employers and a healthy business climate, offering opportunities for partners and families- Education options including the Ridgeland campus of Holmes Community College, with strong Madison County schools and nearby Jackson-area colleges- Suburban neighborhoods and family-friendly amenities with the services of the state capital within easy reachBenefits- Medical, dental, and vision coverage- Paid parental leave (birth, adoption, foster)- 401(k) with employer contribution- Continuing education stipends and career development resources- Wellbeing resources, including 24/7 employee assistance and mindfulness app access- Employee pet care discounts- Paid time off and paid holidays- Life and disability insurance- Uniform allowance- Employee hardship relief fund- Relocation support considered for qualified candidatesThe Role- Partner with veterinarians to lead daily operations and a high-performing client service and technical support team- Recruit, onboard, train, coach, and retain team members; conduct regular feedback and performance reviews- Design schedules, manage labor and timekeeping, and align staffing to service and financial goals- Oversee budgeting, financial reporting, revenue growth initiatives, and cost control- Manage inventory, purchasing, vendor relationships, and invoice accuracy- Maintain facility standards, safety, and regulatory compliance- Champion an exceptional client experience and lead service recovery when needed- Develop and refine SOPs, workflows, and hospital policies for consistency and quality- Coordinate billing practices and charge capture; support local marketing and community outreach- Track and maintain professional credentials and licenses for applicable team membersRequirements- 18 years of age or older- Authorization to work in the United States- Applicable Mississippi licensure to practice, as relevant to assigned duties; ability to obtain and maintain any required state or local credentials- Bachelor’s degree in business, healthcare administration, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered- At least 5 years of office or operations management, including 2+ years in a supervisory role- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and familiarity with practice-management or scheduling systems- Strong communication, customer service, and conflict-resolution skills- Proven planning, prioritization, and organizational abilities in a fast-paced clinical setting- Comfortable working around animals and clinical materials; ability to lift up to 50 lbs; flexibility to work some weekends or holidays- Preferred: CVPM or MHA; experience in veterinary or medical operations; strengths in analytics, budgeting, and strategic planningApply NowReady to lead and make a measurable impact? Click apply, and one of our team will be in touch shortly.