Administrator 2-Vet Teach Hosp | Office of University Human Resources

Profile Summary

Positions in this job profile are responsible for the oversight and management of the medical operations of the Vet Teaching Hospital. Responsibilities include developing, implementing, and evaluating short and longrange goals and objectives. Employees develop, implement and enforce plans, policies, procedures, systems, programs and performance standards. They participate in strategic planning efforts as part of the management team. They are responsible for managing staff, equipment and facilities. They determine resource needs and priorities and make recommendations to executive management. They determine training needs and make appropriate arrangements for provision of training.

Distinguishing Characteristics

The distinguishing characteristics of the Administrator 2-Vet Teach Hosp profile are the oversight and management of the daily operations of multiple programs or units within the OSU Veterinary Teaching Hospital. Positions participate in the overall development of the strategy, vision and budget of the Veterinary Teaching Hospital within the College of Veterinary Medicine.

Primary Position Responsibilities

1. Participates in clinical instruction and service duties associated with clinical service for patients of the Veterinary Teaching Hospital. 2. Oversees and directs the daily operations of multiple programs or services; a subset of the Veterinary Teaching Hospital, including development and implementation of long and short terms goals, budget, policies, procedures and assessment. 3. Supervision including plan, assign and approve work; rewards/discipline; respond to grievances; hire/fire (or effectively recommend); prepare and sign performance evaluations/reviews of employees including classified and/or professional faculty. 4. Participates in the leadership team to provide input and assist in the overall Veterinary Teaching Hospital strategy, vision and budget. 5. Ensures compliance with university policy, state and federal laws and regulations and industry standards. 6. Serves as a subject matter expert to promote and develop the mission and strategies including development of support services for internal and external stakeholders to provide information, research, education and resources for veterinary care and services.

Problem Solving and Decision Making

Problems are highly varied, complex and often non-recurring; require novel and creative approaches to resolution. New concepts and approaches may have to be developed. Decisions have significant, broad implications for the management and operations of a division/entire organization; contributes to decisions on the overall strategy and direction of the entire organization. Decisions impact: • Entire University • Functions across the University • Department • Direct team • Student/Parents • Other External Agencies and Institutions

Accountability

Results are defined by college and university mission, vision and strategies. Incumbent sets own goals and determines how to accomplish results with few or no guidelines to follow, although precedents may exist; supervisor/manager provides broad guidance and overall direction. Supervises work of classified or unclassified employees, including planning, assigning and scheduling work, reviewing work and ensuring quality standards, training staff and overseeing their productivity. Has responsibility for making decisions on hiring, termination and pay adjustments. Develops and recommends program budget and exceptions to program budget. Assists in the development of the department, unit or center overall budget.

Relationship With Others

Collaborates and interacts within the Dept/Unit, University Wide, and Externally to: • Exchange routine, factual information and/or answer routine questions. • Exchange detailed information or resolve varied problems. • Access and/or work with sensitive and/or confidential information. • Identify needs/concerns of others, determine potential solutions, resolve or redirect appropriately. • Persuade, gain cooperation and acceptance of ideas or collaborate on significant projects. • Resolve conflict, negotiate or collaborate on major projects. • Handle sensitive issues and facilitate collaboration at the highest level. • Develop and maintain relationships with key contacts to enhance workflow and work quality.

Typical Requirements

DVM (or equivalent veterinary degree). 3 years of administrative or management experience in a veterinary hospital setting.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by positions within this job profile. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, skills, and qualifications required of all employees within positions covered by this job profile.