Hospital Director at CityVet

Hospital Director Arista Advanced Pet CareLocation: Jacksonville FLEmployment Type: Full-TimeAbout Arista Advanced Pet CareArista Advanced Pet Careis transforming specialty and emergency veterinary medicine with a groundbreaking shared-ownership modelputting hospitals back in the hands of veterinarians. Founded by experienced veterinarians webuild new hospitals with a core team of owner veterinarians tocreate exceptional work environments prioritize collaboration and deliver better outcomes through transparencyteamworkandinnovation. As part of the Affinity Veterinary Partners family (and sister company to CityVet) Arista is building state-of-the-art specialty hospitals supported by experienced leadership modern infrastructure and a highly collaborative culture. This role offers the opportunity to help launch and operate a new specialty & emergency hospital while working closely with veterinarian partners (owners). Job SummaryThe Hospital Director is responsible for the full business operational and clinical operations management of a newly launched Specialty & 24/7 Emergency hospital. This includes financial performance team leadership client experience compliance and Key ResponsibilitiesHospital Operations & StrategyLead the launch day-to-day operations and long-term strategic planning for the specialty & emergency hospital.Ensure smooth efficient workflow across all service lines.Develop and execute operational improvements service expansions and client experience initiatives.Monitor KPIs financial metrics staff productivity inventory management and scheduling efficiency.Maintain compliance with industry standards regulations and best practices. Leadership & Team ManagementRecruit train and retain high-quality veterinary and support staff.Mentor and inspire hospital teams fostering a culture of excellence collaboration and continuous improvement.Build strong productive relationships with partner veterinarians and guide the Hospital Operating Committee.Support partners in achieving professional and financial goals. Client Experience & Care NavigationChampion the Care Navigation function and ensure its full integration into hospital culture.Educate clients and coach team members to improve patient flow communication and service quality.Utilize patient outcomes feedback and happiness surveys to build a culture of continuous improvement. Community Marketing & Stakeholder EngagementStrengthen relationships with referring veterinarians including GPs urgent care providers and community partners.Support marketing strategies to grow hospital visibility and referral volume.Participate in veterinary community events to enhance the hospitals reputation. Data Analytics & Decision-MakingUse data and analytics to drive operational decisions improve performance and advance value-based health outcomes.Implement measurable systems to monitor client satisfaction patient outcomes and revenue performance. QualificationsBachelors degree in business administration healthcare management or related field (CVPM/CVBL preferred).5 years of experience in veterinary hospital operations or a similar healthcare setting.Proven leadership experience overseeing multi-department or multi-site operations.Strong understanding of veterinary medicine specialty services and emergency care.Demonstrated ability to manage budgets financial performance and operational KPIs.Excellent communication organization and interpersonal skills.Proficiency with practice management systems and relevant software tools.Strong critical thinking and data-driven decision-making abilities.Commitment to exceptional patient care and client service. Why Join AristaOpportunity to build and shape a new specialty & ER hospital from the ground up.Close partnership with veterinarian owners in a shared-ownership model.High-growth collaborative environment backed by experienced veterinary leadership.Ability to influence hospital culture operations and long-term success.Required Experience:Director Key Skills Dhcp,Gynecology,Lab Technology,Maintenance,ASP Experience: years Vacancy: 1