Regional Transitions Manager of Operations

Alliance Animal Health•Nashville, TN

1d•Remote

About The Position

Alliance Animal Health is seeking an experienced and dynamic Regional Transition Manager (RTM) to support the successful launch, integration, and operational development of our growing network of Specialty, Emergency, and Urgent Care hospitals. This is not a traditional Regional Manager position. The Regional Transitions Manager serves as a dedicated startup and integration leader, partnering closely with hospital leadership teams during the critical first 60-120 days of operation. From de novo hospital openings to strategic integrations, you will help establish operational excellence, develop leaders, implement scalable systems, and create the foundation for long-term success. As a Regional Transition Manager, you will serve as the operational quarterback for newly opened and transitioning hospitals. You will work alongside Practice Managers, Medical Directors, Regional Leaders, and Central Support teams to ensure hospitals are equipped with the tools, processes, and leadership capabilities necessary to thrive. This position reports directly to the Regional Vice President, Specialty, Emergency & Urgent Care and plays a key role in supporting Alliance Animal Health's continued expansion and operational excellence initiatives.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent veterinary operations experience
Minimum 5 years of veterinary hospital leadership experience
Minimum 3 years of multi-site operational leadership experience
Strong operational background within Specialty, Emergency, and/or Urgent Care veterinary medicine
Experience supporting hospital openings, integrations, acquisitions, or major operational initiatives
Proven financial management and P&L accountability experience
Demonstrated success coaching Practice Managers, Hospital Administrators, and Medical Directors
Ability to travel extensively (50-75%)

Nice To Haves

CVPM certification or equivalent leadership credentials
Experience within high-growth veterinary organizations
Familiarity with EzyVet, SmartFlow, Vetcove, Cubex, ADP, and related veterinary technology platforms
Strong project management, implementation, and change management experience

Responsibilities

Lead operational readiness and startup execution for new hospitals
Coordinate implementation of workflows, systems, and operational standards
Partner with recruiting, marketing, finance, HR, IT, and learning & development teams
Support onboarding, training, and process implementation
Identify operational barriers and drive solutions
Coach and mentor Practice Managers and Medical Directors
Establish accountability structures and leadership meeting cadences
Support hiring, onboarding, engagement, and retention initiatives
Develop operational leadership capabilities and business acumen
Guide hospitals through key performance indicators including revenue, transactions, labor management, inventory controls, client experience, and DVM productivity
Conduct KPI reviews and develop action plans for growth opportunities
Support sustainable operational processes and continuous improvement initiatives
Reinforce exceptional client service standards
Support reputation management and review generation programs
Assist with referral relationship development and community engagement strategies
Promote continuity of care between referring veterinarians and hospital teams
Prepare hospitals for successful transition to permanent Regional Operations leadership
Assess operational readiness and leadership independence
Develop comprehensive transition plans and recommendations