Hospital Administrator – El Dorado Hills, CA

Are you an experienced leader who thrives in a fast-paced, complex environment? Do you have the vision and skills to lead a large, multi-service veterinary hospital through growth and change? If so, we’d love to meet you.

Our 75+ strong team in El Dorado Hills is seeking a Hospital Administrator to oversee operations, drive culture, and help shape the future of our hospital. With Primary Care and 24/7 Emergency Services, all under one roof, this is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic leader who wants to make a real impact.

About the Hospital

• Team size: 75+ team members, including 10–12 DVMs, RVTs, CSRs, and Assistants
• Services: Primary Care, 24/7 Emergency & Urgent Care, advanced surgeries, dentistry, laser therapy, acupuncture, rehabilitation therapies, and community blood donor program
• Facilities: 2 surgical suites, dental suite with 2 x-ray units, ultrasound, water treadmill, ligature, incubator, stance analyzer, laser, and more
• Leadership team: 2 Clinical Directors + 2 Hospital Managers providing strong peer support
• Culture: Fun, compassionate, and client-focused. We’re rebuilding post-acquisition and leadership changes, creating an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys leading transformation
• Our Standout Features: High-level medicine, referral-level cases, great equipment, and opportunities to expand services further

The Role

As Hospital Administrator, you will be responsible for leading all operational aspects of the hospital. You’ll work closely with the Clinical Directors and Hospital Managers to ensure smooth workflows, engaged teams, and excellent client service.

Core responsibilities include:

• Oversee day-to-day hospital operations and service delivery
• Manage staffing: recruitment, training, performance management, and development
• Lead a large, diverse team of 75+ across multiple departments
• Monitor and improve financial performance (budgeting, expense management, revenue growth)
• Ensure regulatory compliance and maintain a safe, clean environment
• Drive change management initiatives to strengthen culture post-acquisition
• Act as a liaison between clients and the veterinary team, ensuring satisfaction and service excellence
• Implement and review operational policies and procedures to support efficiency and patient outcomes
• Collaborate on community outreach initiatives and educational programs

What We’re Looking For

• Experience: 5+ years in veterinary or healthcare leadership, ideally managing large teams
• Education: Bachelor’s in Business Administration, Veterinary Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Skills: Excellent communication, leadership, and change management skills. Strong financial acumen and organizational ability
• Attributes: A people-focused leader who can inspire, motivate, and build a positive, collaborative culture
• Flexibility: Comfortable working in a 24/7 practice environment, including day, swing, overnight, and weekend coverage as needed

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $100,000–$135,000 (aligned to experience)
• Bonus plan: Annual bonus plan
• Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage + PTO
• Professional development opportunities and growth potential

 If you’re a confident, skilled leader ready to take on a pivotal role in a referral-level, multi-service veterinary hospital, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and join us in leading the next chapter of veterinary excellence in El Dorado Hills.