Hospital Administrator - Fairfax, VA

VCA Animal Hospitals • Fairfax, VA

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About The Position

Hospital Administrator – VCA SouthPaws Veterinary Specialists & Emergency Center 📍 Fairfax, Virginia Are you ready to lead a passionate, dedicated team in a specialty veterinary hospital that feels like family? At VCA SouthPaws Veterinary Specialists & Emergency Center, we’re seeking a Hospital Administrator to drive operational excellence, support medical teams, and elevate both the associate and client experience— all while advancing your leadership career in a high-impact environment. We’re a modern, state-of-the-art specialty center offering emergency, critical care, diagnostic imaging, internal medicine, surgery, neurology, oncology, ophthalmology, cardiology and rehabilitation. Our hospital thrives on collaboration, compassion, and a commitment to continuous growth—for both our team and the pets we serve.

Requirements

• 5+ years of leadership experience in veterinary, specialty, or emergency hospital operations (multi-department experience preferred)
• Proven ability to manage complex hospital operations including scheduling, inventory, payroll, and vendor management
• Experience leading, coaching, and developing large, diverse teams
• Strong financial acumen—confident in budgeting, forecasting, and P&L oversight
• Skilled in fostering service excellence and ensuring a seamless client/patient experience
• Comfort working in a 24/7/365 hospital environment, with availability for weekend or after-hours support as needed

Responsibilities

• Team Leadership – Hire, coach, and develop a high-performing team. Lead scheduling, HR support, and foster a positive, connected culture.
• Client & Patient Experience – Oversee smooth daily operations, client service flow, and uphold high standards of care and service.
• Hospital Operations – Manage budgeting, payroll, purchasing, reporting, and compliance with company protocols and safety standards.
• Facility Oversight – Ensure the hospital is clean, safe, and well-maintained; coordinate maintenance and security as needed.
• Marketing & Growth – Support local marketing and referral initiatives, track ROI, and help position the hospital for long-term growth.
• Strategic Collaboration – Partner with hospital leadership to set goals, improve systems, and champion the success of associates and the business.

Benefits

• We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed