Lead with Purpose. Drive Success. Make an Impact.

Are you a visionary leader with a passion for healthcare excellence? Alpharetta Veterinary Specialty + Emergency (AVSE) is searching for a Hospital Director to drive operational success, foster a collaborative and engaged team culture, and elevate patient care to new heights.

This isn’t just a management role—it’s a leadership opportunity. We need someone who is:
✅ A people-first leader who inspires and actively engages the team to perform at their best.
✅ A business-savvy professional, but more importantly, a leader who builds relationships and motivates others.
✅ Entrepreneurial at heart—our hospital is still growing, evolving, and defining its culture, and we need a leader who sees opportunity, not obstacles.

What’s in It for You?Competitive Compensation: $115,000 - $125,000, with potential earnings up to $130,000 for top-tier candidates who bring a Master’s degree and strong P&L management experience.Annual Profit-Sharing Bonus PlanComprehensive Benefits: Paid time off, 401k match, and a full benefits package.An Opportunity to Lead & Innovate: Be at the forefront of a growing hospital, driving strategic initiatives, financial performance, and team development.At AVSE, we believe in leading with heart and strategy—and we’re looking for someone who does, too. You’ll partner closely with our Medical Director and a team of dedicated specialists to ensure exceptional care, seamless operations, and continued hospital growth.

Why AVSE?
AVSE is a brand-new, state-of-the-art 20,500-square-foot specialty and emergency hospital offering ER, Internal Medicine, Surgery, Oncology, and Neurology. Our mission? To provide advanced medical care with compassion and transparency while fostering a workplace where staff well-being is a priority.

What You’ll Do:
As Hospital Director, you’ll be the heartbeat of our operations, ensuring seamless collaboration across departments and creating a culture of trust, communication, and performance excellence. You will:
✅ Lead & Inspire: Oversee hospital operations, guide department leaders, and build a high-performing team.
✅ Drive Business Success: Own the P&L, optimize financial performance, and implement growth strategies.
✅ Foster a Thriving Culture: Champion a positive, people-first workplace where teams feel valued, heard, and empowered.
✅ Shape the Future: Identify opportunities for innovation, service expansion, and market growth.

Who You AreA strategic, business-savvy leader with 5+ years of progressive management experience (multi-site leadership is a plus!).Experienced in financial management & P&L oversight, with a proven track record of driving results.A strong communicator and relationship-builder—someone who thrives in a people-centric environment.Driven, adaptable, and ready to roll up your sleeves in a fast-paced, dynamic hospital setting.MBA or equivalent experience preferred (veterinary or healthcare experience is a plus but not required).Ready to Lead the Way?
If you’re excited by the opportunity to make a real impact in a cutting-edge veterinary hospital, we’d love to connect! Apply today and help us shape the future of veterinary healthcare at Alpharetta Veterinary Specialty + Emergency.

Job Responsibilities:
LeadershipDirectly oversee all operations and business activities, leading team members across all departments with enthusiasm and purpose.Partner effectively and collaboratively with the Medical Director, who plays a key role in hospital management and ensuring high-quality patient care.Demonstrate a strategic orientation by translating vision into actionable plans, managing operations effectively to achieve objectives.Direct the leadership team collaboratively, facilitating resolution of issues and driving growth within the hospital.Organize and conduct engaging staff meetings, regularly meeting with managers to evaluate and plan for the welfare of the practice while attending corporate meetings.Consciously shape a positive hospital culture based on trust and teamwork, catering to the needs of our clients and referring veterinarians.Oversee recruitment, interviewing, and hiring of staff in conjunction with the Medical Director, ensuring we attract top talent.Monitor employee competence and effectiveness through manager feedback and observation, conducting performance and salary reviews while overseeing disciplinary actions and terminations.Collaborate on the recruitment, interviewing, contract negotiation, and hiring of doctors with the Medical Director to maintain our high standards of care.Work closely with the Medical Director to establish optimal medical care while maintaining the hospital's positive financial health.Exhibit a calming, humble, and teachable attitude, effectively addressing decisive change throughout the hospital.Be passionate about providing resources, support, and supervision for hospital staff, fostering an incredibly positive and forward-moving culture.Strategic OrientationDevelop an in-depth understanding of the local market and build strong relationships with referring general practice veterinarians to grasp their needs.Understand, participate in, and support planned marketing events and programs, ensuring that the hospital staff utilizes marketing tools effectively.Identify and execute short- and long-term plans for growth, including new service additions, recruitment of key team members, pricing strategies, space optimization, and equipment acquisitions.Financial Analysis & PlanningTake charge of accounting and finance processes within the hospital, creating annual operating budgets aimed at revenue growth and profitability.Lead hospital financial activities with monthly reviews of financial statements and implement corrective actions as needed.Apply continuous improvement principles to financial and operating processes, fostering a feedback loop with doctors and staff.Own the P&L and ensure that financial results meet and exceed expectations.Review accounts receivable for proper and timely processing.Handle payroll processing biweekly, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.Business OperationsBe an inspirational and motivational leader, driving results across all business elements by setting goals and evaluating progress.Help each team member develop a deep understanding of the mission, vision, and values, aligning their work with business goals that drive our success.Partner effectively with Ethos and technology providers to enhance hospital activities and improve client and veterinarian experiences.Direct growth activities to support business objectives, providing thought leadership, coaching, and mentoring to elevate the entire team’s performance and productivity.Understand lean principles, identifying and executing opportunities to improve processes and create efficiencies.Recognize how to grow and develop De Novo locations in line with market potential.Administer and review non-medical client complaints, ensuring swift resolution.Oversee billing processes, including calculations of discounts and special accounts.Ensure client flow is smooth, guaranteeing that clients and patients are treated professionally, timely, and competently.
We are partnered with Ethos Veterinary Health. Ethos is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually. The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary professionals utilizes state-of-the-art technology and a scientific, evidence-based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers. Committed to revolutionizing veterinary medicine, Ethos sets the standard in veterinary excellence. Discover more at EthosVet.com
 
Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees.  The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process.  For positions based in Colorado, Ethos provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
 
Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.