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.
Responsibilities
Hospital Openings & Integrations
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
Leadership Development
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
Performance & Business Operations
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
Client Experience & Referral Growth
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
Transition & Handoff
Prepare hospitals for successful transition to permanent Regional Operations leadership
Assess operational readiness and leadership independence
Develop comprehensive transition plans and recommendations
Required Qualifications
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%)
Requirements
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
We are committed to:
Leadership development
Operational excellence
Hospital growth and innovation
Collaborative partnerships
Exceptional patient and client care
Benefits & Perks
Competitive salary
Performance-based bonus opportunity
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
401(k) with company match
Generous PTO
Continuing education and professional development support
Career advancement opportunities within a growing national organization
If you're passionate about building teams, developing leaders, and helping veterinary hospitals succeed, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and help shape the future of Specialty, Emergency, and Urgent Care veterinary medicine with Alliance Animal Hea
Benefits
Health insuranceDental insuranceVision insurance401(k)Paid time offPerformance bonus
Additional Information
Help build the future of veterinary medicine.
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.
If you thrive in fast-paced environments, enjoy building teams from the ground up, and have a passion for veterinary operations, leadership development, and growth, we would love to speak with you.
Allianceanimalhealth · Nashville, TN