Assistant Hospital Administrator

Assistant Hospital AdministratorLeadership Opportunity in a Growing Specialty HospitalDogwood Veterinary Specialty & Emergency is a leading 24/7 emergency and specialty veterinary hospital serving the Greater Atlanta area, dedicated to delivering compassionate, advanced medical care to pets and their families. Our team of emergency clinicians, board-certified specialists, veterinary technicians, and support professionals work collaboratively to provide high-quality care in a fast-paced referral hospital environment. As Dogwood continues to grow and expand to an additional hospital site in the Atlanta area, we are seeking Assistant Hospital Managers to help support hospital operations, team leadership, and clinical workflow coordination during this exciting period of growth. This role is ideal for a hands-on operational leader who enjoys being present on the hospital floor, supporting team members, improving workflows, and helping ensure the hospital runs smoothly day to day. The Assistant Hospital Manager will work closely with the Hospital Administrator and medical leadership team to support daily hospital operations, team engagement, and departmental coordination. This role will play a key part in supporting clinical teams, strengthening operational consistency, and helping guide the hospital through an exciting phase of growth and expansion. Assistant Hospital Managers are visible leaders within the hospital, supporting technicians, assistants, and client service teams while helping ensure a positive experience for both patients and team members.Hiring Timeline Dogwood is actively building leadership capacity to support our continued growth. Sourcing and interviews will begin in April 2026, with a target hire completion by May/June 2026.What Your Day Will Look LikeClinical Operations & Floor LeadershipProvide daily operational support within the hospital, helping coordinate workflows across departmentsServe as a visible leadership presence on the hospital floorSupport technicians, assistants, and client service teams with workflow management and patient flowHelp address operational challenges in real time to ensure efficient hospital operationsAssist with maintaining high standards of patient care and client experienceTeam Support & LeadershipHelp mentor and support technicians, assistants, and client service representativesPromote a collaborative and respectful team cultureSupport onboarding and training of new team membersAssist with scheduling coordination and staffing supportHelp reinforce hospital policies, procedures, and expectationsOperational CoordinationPartner with the Hospital Administrator to implement operational improvementsHelp support departmental communication across clinical and administrative teamsAssist with tracking hospital metrics and operational performanceSupport hospital initiatives related to efficiency, workflow optimization, and team engagementQualifications & CompetenciesExperience25 years of leadership experience in a veterinary hospital or healthcare environmentPrevious experience in emergency or specialty veterinary medicine strongly preferredDemonstrated ability to support teams in a fast-paced, high-acuity hospital settingEducationVeterinary Technology degree, Business Management degree, or equivalent professional experiencePreferred QualificationsRVT / LVT / CVTCVPM certificationPrevious team leadership or supervisory experienceExperience in ER or specialty veterinary hospitalsWhy Join Dogwood Veterinary Specialty & Emergency?Compensation & BenefitsCompetitive salary based on experiencePerformance-based leadership bonus opportunitiesMedical, dental, and vision insurance401(k) with employer matchPaid Time OffContinuing education supportLeadership development opportunitiesEmployee pet care discountsJoin a Hospital on the Rise Dogwood Veterinary Specialty & Emergency is entering an exciting phase of growth as we expand our presence within the Greater Atlanta veterinary community. This is a unique opportunity to join a hospital leadership team and help support the development of a growing specialty and emergency organization.About Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and EmergencyDogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency strives to be at the forefront of veterinary emergency and specialty medicine, to offer the most effective diagnostics, and treatment options for each of our patients. We are also committed to the veterinary profession, in partnering with veterinarians and advancing the practice of veterinary medicine. Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency is a proud partner of Innovetive Petcare. Where we believe that you are the future of veterinary medicine. Cultivate, innovate, develop, and collaborate. Excellent pet care comes from exceptional teams.Equal Opportunity Employer Policy Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. We are proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate based on age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, disability, or any other non-merit factor. All qualified applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.