Job Description

Western Veterinary Partners is seeking a Vice President of Operations to lead a portfolio of veterinary practices in the Western United States. This is a great role for someone who has successfully managed a large, multi-state business in a healthcare setting and is looking for career advancement in a dynamic company. Our ideal candidate is someone who has is a strong general manager with a goal-oriented attitude, a passion for training and team development, and has the business, financial, and strategic acumen to help scale a rapidly-growing business and team. This is a unique opportunity to serve as a senior leader on a collaborative team and to help build WVP's strategy, culture, process, and programs to deliver best-in-class operational support and results.


In partnership with the Chief Operating Officer and the operations leadership team, the chosen candidate will focus on supporting a group of divisional leaders and regional managers in achieving operational excellence, building culture, and recruiting and retaining both regional and local teams. The VP of Operations will spend extensive time in the field with hospital and divisional leadership and will be responsible for supporting the overall operations and P&L of approximately 125 veterinary practices.

About us:

Western Veterinary Partners (WVP) is a mission-driven company based in Denver, CO. We are driven by our values of integrity, collaboration, alignment, growth, support, and relationships. WVP acquires, invests in, and supports general practice animal hospitals throughout the United States. Post-acquisition, WVP supports its partner practices with the non-clinical side of the business. Our local and collaborative support provides veterinarians with attractive operational benefits of a larger group while maintaining the clinical autonomy and local practice identity.

Job Responsibilities:

Leadership and Culture

Oversee operations of 100+ veterinary hospitals in the Western US, in partnership with large and diverse team including divisional leaders, regional managers, and local teams (selling owners, hospital managers, veterinarians, technicians, and support staff) Champion WVP's culture and develop teams and leaders through coaching, mentorship, and programs that deliver on the strategic mission of hiring, supporting, and retaining DVMs, as well as attracting new clients and retaining existing ones to drive business growth Instill a sense of accountability and service excellence with our teams at all levels Integrate a large number of acquired practices timely and accurately with minimal disruption to the existing business

Financial and Business Objectives

Set, manage and exceed WVP's financial objectives in partnership with sites, regional leaders, and the executive team, with an eye toward creating doctor capacity and efficiently filling schedules Identify and track key metrics and performance indicators to achieve performance objectives, while also managing relationships with key stakeholders Understand business drivers and create opportunities to optimize them, with a strong focus on volume growth, service mix and offerings, customer service, pricing, and margin improvement Provide overall P&L management for the business, along with a vision for near and long-term value creation

Strategic Planning

Partner with WVP departments (marketing, recruiting, HR, business development, and finance and accounting) to create and implement strategic programs and services that support growth, employee development, and competitive advantage, as well as ensure a smooth integration of new sites into the portfolio Develop capital budgets for $250 million+ portfolio and build and monitor ROI analyses to support business decisions and growth Identify infrastructure needs (real estate, technology, equipment, and process) and drive improvements across all sites to build a flexible and nimble organization and team Support ongoing execution of WVP's operational best practices, to achieve both operational and enterprise goals and objectives

Growth and Innovation

Proactively identify, evaluate, and execute opportunities for growth, including acquisition/hiring of DVMs, addition of new services, facility expansions and relocations, new site development, strategic partnership development, and planning, development and execution of other large-scale operational initiatives

Required Criteria

10+ years of multi-site experience in fast-growth healthcare services, restaurant, or retail businesses, including previous experience managing a business of similar size and complexity. Experience building multi-site or multi-state businesses through acquisition, organic growth, and de novos Ability to analyze and assess complex and ambiguous data to make recommendations for strategic and operational improvements, leveraging tools such as Excel, Powerpoint, and Tableau Proven experience with budgeting, staffing, ROI analysis, and margin improvement Willingness to spend time in the field visiting and supporting regional leaders and affiliated veterinary practices (airline or overnight travel approximately 50% of the time) Strong active listening skills, ability to implement processes, and collaboration with the Chief Operating Officer to ensure company objectives are met Ability to lead through influence vs. authority to set and achieve objectives with our hospital partners; comfortable leading in a decentralized environment Highly organized and detail-oriented work ethic Ability to work collaboratively with all team members, both at the practice level and at the corporate level Strong executive presence Frequent collaboration and coordination with stakeholders at all levels, including the Board of Directors, a plus Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree highly preferred

Our salary ranges are primarily determined by role, level, and location. The range provided for each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. The salary range for this opportunity is $214,000.00 $233,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. In addition to the salary, this role is eligible for performance-based bonuses and an equity grant as part of the total compensation package. The Company offers competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and more depending on location. You will be provided more detailed information about compensation and benefits for your specific location. Where required under applicable law, WVP provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and similar benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of state and local law.


WVP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristics. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and business needs.


This role is not open to receiving agency candidates and any contingent submissions will not be honored.

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