Summit Veterinary Referral Center is hiring an Assistant Department manager

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We are currently seeking an Assistant Department Manager to join our rapidly growing team. You will work with our veterinary team to ensure they are providing high-quality medical care to both pets and their owners. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, be adaptable, have a positive attitude, and a passion for leading people.

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Responsibilities:

• Work closely with the current Senior Department Manager (SDM)

• Support the supervision of our hospital department staff and their floor supervisors

• Support with recruiting, interviewing, and hiring for open positions in each department

• Support with training and development of our staff

• Work closely with the Medical Director and SDM to create and source appropriate continuing education for staff

• Assist with creating a monthly schedule for each department

• Lead by example and model exceptional service for patients and clients

• Receive and investigate patient care complaints in conjunction with the Client Services Manager, recommend solutions to the Chief Operating Officer, and respond as needed

• Assist the Inventory Manager in the maintenance of technical/medical inventory

• Ensure that all staff complies with all applicable laws, regulations, and policies, according to federal and state law

• Meet budgetary goals for each department and attend all management meetings

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Skills:

• Personal characteristics, skills, and abilities:

  • Ability to lead, plan and manage change

  • Strong organizational skills

  • Strong time management skills

  • Strong negotiation skills

  • The ability to set priorities

  • Understand applicable regional regulatory requirements

  • Ability to anticipate unique service opportunities

  • Ability to build consensus and engage team members at all levels

  • Able to effectively handle stressful situations

  • Ability to exude confidence and leadership to successfully build and lead a team and maintain a positive work environment

  • Maintain a harmonious, constructive, and respectful relationship with those contacted in the course of work of all skill levels.

• Computer:

  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products such as word processing and spreadsheet software.

  • Ability and willingness to learn our practice management software (Instinct), and to perform clerical work with speed and accuracy

  • Proficient in google platform as well.

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Experience:

• Three (3) years in people management

• At least One (1) year in veterinary medicine preferred but not required.

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Benefits:
- Compensation: $65,000-$80,000 annually DOE
- please                            to see our full benefits package

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Apply today or email your resume directly to recruiting@summitvets.com

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 We look forward to hearing from you!

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Summit Veterinary Referral Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer