CLINIC: VETERINARY ASSOCIATES OF CLAYTON COUNTYABOUT US!Veterinary Associates of Clayton County (VACC) is looking for a Practice Manager at our Elkader, IA location to add to our 3-doctor mixed practice.We are a well-established mixed animal practice with 3 locations in Northeast Iowa: Elkader, Strawberry Point, and Valley Vet Clinic in Elgin, IA. Our Elkader location has a large animal haul in facility and a full-scale small animal hospital. Strawberry Point is a small animal exclusive vaccine clinic, and the Elgin location has a full-scale small animal hospital and up to date equine equipment.We are looking for an enthusiastic, hard-working, and team-oriented individual who is engaged in advancing the practice and themselves. We are a youthful, innovative, and energetic group of veterinarians with an excellent support staff and friendly work environment.The practice manager is the key leader for all support teams within the clinic. Leadership responsibilities will include coordination of all office operations and implementation of processes that ensure superior customer and patient experience. A successful practice manager will take ownership of building, developing, and maintaining a successful team. The PM will continually model a willingness to improve team dynamics, promote a positive work culture, and drive operational excellence.VACC is a partner with Heritage Vet Partners. HVP is the nation’s leading veterinary partnership specializing in mixed/large animal practices. We believe there is great value in the legacy, customer relationships, brand, culture and team that you have built. Our goal is to provide services and support around the foundation you have developed. Most importantly, we believe that together we can best meet the changing needs of the customers and industries that we serve. We are very excited about the future of mixed and large animal practice and want our partnering practices and veterinarians to enjoy the success of Heritage Vet Partners. HVP currently has locations in Nebraska, Wisconsin, Missouri, Ohio, Virginia, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Michigan, and West Virginia!RESPONSIBILITIES:
Direct office activities and functions to maintain efficiency and compliance with company policies
General practice communication - between DVM's, team leads, clinic support teams, and HVP leadership
Provide support to the front desk staff, including scheduling appointments, product sales/billing, inventory ordering/counting and PO entry, bank deposits, filing, office supply ordering, and overall cleanliness and organization of front desk area
Create and maintain schedules for all employees
Accounting reporting to HVP and monthly expense report review/approvals
HR duties to include hiring and onboarding, performance appraisals, personnel documentation, timecard reviews, externship coordination
Perform other related duties as assigned
REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
Great customer service and interpersonal skills
Ability to prioritize tasks
Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment
Extensive knowledge of office management procedures
Basic understanding of how to operate standard business equipment
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Business background, ideally with leadership experience
High school diploma or equivalent required; Associates degree in office or business administration, or related field preferred
At least three years of administrative and clerical experience required
Experience with POS or ERP systems a plus
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds at times.
BENEFITSHVP offers a full benefits package, including 4 health insurance plan options, vision, dental, and life insurance, long and short term disability, critical illness and accident insurance, and GAP insurance. We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts as well as Health Savings Accounts. A generous paid time off policy allows our employees the flexibility they need for work/life balance. HVP invests in your future by offering a company sponsored 401k plan with employer match, along with access to a financial planner!Along with the above, other perks include the option for career advancement, professional development, and continuing education.See more about our practice area by viewing these websites!