Regional Operations Manager, Veterinary - East Coast

This team member must reside on the East Coast, have prior multisite veterinary operations leadership experience, and able to travel 75% via car/plane.

The Regional Operations Manager supports local practice management with daily operations for current and future clinic acquisitions.

• Supervise operations of 15+ Blue River Pet Care hospitals with goal of generating revenue and profit growth
• Work with local management team and veterinarians to ensure high standard of patient care
• Act as liaison between hospitals and Blue River management, reporting visit findings and offering recommendations on improving profitability
• Provide staffing support regarding inventory, scheduling, compliance, training, recruiting, and best retention practices
• Ensure Hospital compliance with OSHA, DEA, AVMA and local regulations
• Maintain proficiency on Blue River Pet Care platforms and all policies
• Coach local management team on managing revenue & expenses, staffing, scheduling, inventory levels, pricing, and other administrative functions
• Foster positive and productive work environment at local clinics
• Recruit, onboard, and train practice managers
• Partner with Human Resources team on employee relations, compliance, issue mitigation and best practices
• Partner with corporate operations on capital expenditures, liability issues, and vendor considerations
• Perform duties of practice manager for hospitals as needed
• Other duties and projects as assigned

Education: Bachelor’s degree highly preferred.

• Three years of veterinary management AND two years of multi-unit management experience required
• Experience managing profit and loss statement and delivering positive financial results required
• Highly motivated self-starter with ability to take initiative and meet deadlines
• Excellent organization, attentional to detail, and written/verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects in a timely manner
• Must maintain strict confidentiality regarding personnel information

• Must be able to travel to clinics as needed
• Must be licensed and able to operate motor vehicle and travel via automobile or air Position requires both stationary sitting and to be on feet for substantial periods of time
• The person in this position needs to occasionally move about clinics to access inventory, check controlled substances cabinets, and inspect grounds
• The person in this position frequently communicates with Practice Managers and co-workers at the Corporate office using email and phone; must be able to exchange clear, accurate information in these situations
• Occasionally moves equipment and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds
• Frequent keyboarding/use of computer for data entry

• Must be versed in veterinary practice management systems
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Knowledge of AVMA’s code of ethics
• Knowledge of DEA and OSHA regulations
• General understanding of current employment laws

Salary Range: $90, per year

This position may be eligible to participate in the Company's incentive bonus program, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable bonus plan.

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible & Health Spending Accounts
• Disability, Life Insurance, and Critical Illness Coverage
• Retirement plans with company match
• Paid Time Off (PTO), Holidays, and Bereavement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pet Perks with industry vendor partners, including deals on insurance, preventatives, food, and supplies
• Chicago CTA Transit Program Benefits
• Discounted gym memberships for local Chicago team members
• Childcare discounts with Kinder Care
• Exclusive travel, entertainment, and retail discounts
• Hybrid…