Regional Operations Director

VCA Animal Hospitals

. Oversee the business aspects of veterinary hospital operations and uphold a sound medical environment .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeRemote • North Carolina • United StatesLead💰 $125,000 - $156,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong leadership in multi-site veterinary operations, focusing on team building, revenue growth, and effective communication within the veterinary community. Proven ability to manage hospital operations while ensuring a high-quality service culture and accountability for financial performance.

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Multi-Site Operational LeadershipVeterinary Site ManagementRevenue Growth GenerationTeam Building and DevelopmentInterpersonal and Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Veterinary Hospital OperationsProfit and Loss ManagementStaff ManagementOperational StrategyService Expansion Planning

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsMulti-TaskingStress ManagementFlexibility

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's DegreeMBACVPM

Industry Keywords

Veterinary Community EngagementTalent AcquisitionHigh Performing TeamsVeterinary Practices IntegrationHospital Renovation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee the business aspects of veterinary hospital operations and uphold a sound medical environment
Support Hospital Managers and Medical Directors in meeting goals and fostering an excellent service culture and working environment
Perform a wide range of activities related to hospital operations
Collaborate closely with the Regional Medical Director and Regional Technician Director to support specialty hospitals
Maintain accountability and responsibility for hospital profit and loss statements
Oversee veterinary hospitals, including doctors, technicians, and other paraprofessional staff
Manage 25+ direct reports, including Hospital Managers and Medical Directors
Lead the transition and integration of acquired veterinary practices into the region
Support expansion and renovation of veterinary hospitals to drive service expansion
Cultivate relationships within the veterinary community
Support recruitment of medical professionals with Talent Acquisition to increase patient and client services

Requirements

What you’ll need

Prior leadership for a multi-site operational business
Veterinary site management experience preferred
Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills
Proven experience building high performing teams
Ability to multi-task and deal with high levels of stress in an environment of changing priorities
Experienced record of generating revenue growth
Bachelor’s degree preferred
Advanced degrees or credentials (MBA, CVPM, etc.) strongly preferred
3+ years of progressive leadership
Success engaging with veterinary professionals
Ability to work at a computer for long periods of time
Flexibility in schedule and hours of availability
Ability to travel daily throughout the region, with overnight/out-of-area travel required several times per year
Ability to work more than 40 hours per week when required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Paid vacation/sick days
401(k)
Generous employee pet discounts
Competitive compensation
Equal Opportunity Employer benefits for Veterans / Disabled