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Veterinarian

J937678 Cornelius North Carolina USD80K - USD100K / Year

Step into a high-impact leadership role as Hospital Manager at a specialty and emergency veterinary hospital in Cornelius, NC, with compensation up to $100,000. Lead operations, support clinical excellence, and help shape a thriving, patient-first culture.

The Hospital
This established specialty and emergency hospital delivers round-the-clock emergency coverage with weekday specialty clinics, supported by a collaborative, fast-paced team. Board-certified specialists partner with skilled technicians and client care professionals to provide advanced medicine for small animals and exotics. The facility features an in-house laboratory and diagnostics, ultrasound, digital X-ray, endoscopy capabilities, and access to CT imaging. Hospitalized patients benefit from 24-hour nursing care, and longer specialty appointments support thorough consultations. Workflow is reinforced by experienced ICU teams and dedicated care coordinators, with convenient prescription fulfillment through an external pharmacy partner. The environment emphasizes teamwork, professional growth, and clinical quality.

Location
Cornelius offers the best of lake living with quick access to the Charlotte metro. Set on the shores of Lake Norman, the town delivers outdoor recreation, lively dining, and a welcoming community vibe.
- Lake Norman lifestyle: marinas, public boat ramps, and waterfront dining minutes from work
- Jetton Park’s trails and waterfront views; Ramsey Creek Park’s public beach and boat access
- Shopping, restaurants, and events at nearby Birkdale Village
- Approximately 20 miles to Uptown Charlotte for major arts, sports, and entertainment
- Family-friendly greenways and parks, including McDowell Creek Greenway, Robbins Park, and Bailey Road Park
- Active local events and a close-knit, lake-town community feel
- Established neighborhoods and a stable housing market
- Access to strong public, private, and charter school options in the Lake Norman area

Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid parental leave (birth, adoption, foster)
- 401(k) with employer contribution
- Generous paid time off and paid holidays
- Continuing education stipends and career development resources
- Employee assistance program and wellbeing resources available 24/7
- Pet care discounts
- Employee relief fund for unforeseen hardships
- Uniform allowance and professional dues support (role-appropriate)
- Relocation assistance for qualified candidates

The Role
- Lead and develop all non-clinical hospital support teams, fostering trust, accountability, and service excellence
- Partner with medical leadership to align operations with clinical quality, patient care, and client satisfaction goals
- Oversee recruitment, onboarding, scheduling, training, coaching, and performance management for support staff
- Manage day-to-day operations, including timekeeping accuracy, labor planning, and workflow optimization
- Drive financial performance: budgeting, forecasting, KPI tracking, and cost control
- Ensure accurate billing and charge capture; maintain sound accounting practices and cash controls
- Oversee vendor relationships, purchasing, inventory management, and facility maintenance
- Support client relations and resolve escalations with empathy and professionalism
- Maintain safety and regulatory compliance; uphold SOPs and continuous improvement initiatives
- Provide visible, hands-on leadership; availability for some weekends and holidays is expected

Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in business, health administration, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered
- Minimum 5 years of office or practice management experience, including 2+ years in a supervisory role
- Veterinary, medical, or multi-department service industry experience strongly preferred
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and practice/operations software; strong analytical and financial acumen
- Excellent written and verbal communication; proven leadership, coaching, and problem-solving skills
- Highly organized, adept at prioritization in a fast-moving environment
- Comfortable working around animals and in a clinical setting; ability to lift up to 50 pounds as needed
- Willingness to work some evenings, weekends, and holidays
- CVPM or MHA a plus
- License to practice in North Carolina (or ability to obtain, if applicable to professional credentials for this role); eligibility to work in the United States

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Benefits

Paid Vacations, Medical insurance, Relocation assistance