lakefieldveterinarygroup
South Metro Animal Emergency Care - Apple Valley, Minnesota · South Metro Animal Emergency Care - Apple Valley · United States
Posted Jul 13, 2026
Are you a compassionate leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment? South Metro Animal Emergency Care is a 24/7 ER looking for an assistant hospital administrator to join our leadership team. This role blends veterinary care, client communication, and hospital leadership to create a seamless experience for our clients and a positive, collaborative environment for our team. You’ll be a key partner in helping our veterinary professionals focus on what they do best—delivering exceptional patient care. Ideally, our candidate would have 2+ years of experience working in a veterinary clinic setting, with emergency medicine preferred but not required. All qualified candidates will be considered, and salary is based on experience.
Assistant hospital administrators play a key role in driving the performance of a veterinary hospital in partnership with the hospital administrator, medical director, and area manager. This position helps oversee the business and staff aspects of the practice and has responsibility for all support and operational functions, such as human resources, financial, operational, and business activities.
The Assistant Hospital Administrator (AHA) supports the Hospital Administrator (HA) in driving the performance of the veterinary hospital by creating and maintaining a practice environment that facilitates the delivery of quality, compassionate, and efficient health care to pets.
WHAT YOU’LL DO (Essential Functions):
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR (Essential Qualifications)
Education:
AA or Bachelor’s Degree in related field or equivalent work experience
Experience:
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly required to talk and hear. The team member must frequently use a computer for long periods of time. Specific vision abilities are required to do this job including close vision. This position requires walking, standing, and sitting for long periods of time. May require flexible work hours including evenings and weekends. This is not considered a remote position.
Assists in supervisory responsibility for all of the team members at the hospital other than doctors. Works with the Hospital Administrator and Medical Director to co-supervise Medical Support staff.
ABOUT LAKEFIELD VETERINARY GROUP
We believe exceptional veterinary care starts with exceptional people.
We partner with hospitals across the country to preserve what makes each practice special - its people, culture, and connection to community - while providing the operational support and resources that allow teams to thrive.
As we grow, we are committed to creating an environment where team members feel respected, supported, and empowered to deliver outstanding care.
Our Values
Our culture is built on five core values that guide how we work and serve:
If these resonate with you, you’ll fit right in.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Lakefield Veterinary Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members and applicants.
