Hospital Administrator in Training – Veterinary Medicine
Training Location: Multiple Sites (Minneapolis and surrounding suburbs)
About Lakefield Veterinary Group: Lakefield Veterinary Group is a growing network of veterinary practices across the Greater Minneapolis area. We're on a mission to shift the paradigm in veterinary medicine by fostering a culture of wellbeing, compassion, and collaboration. Guided by our core values—Respect, Integrity, Compassion, and Humility, and the commitment to always "Do the Right Thing"—we support our teams in delivering exceptional care to pets and their families.
The Opportunity: We're seeking a Hospital Administrator in Training to join our leadership development program. This is a unique opportunity for a motivated, people-focused individual with a background in veterinary care or healthcare management to learn hospital operations and potentially grow into a hospital leadership role.
You'll work alongside experienced hospital managers, medical directors, and regional leaders while rotating through multiple departments and locations. Upon successful completion, you may be placed as a Hospital Administrator within one of our practices.
Key Responsibilities:
Learn day-to-day operations, including client service, scheduling, inventory, compliance, and team management
Support financial performance through KPI tracking and analysis
Help build a strong hospital culture focused on engagement and growth
Participate in leadership training, workshops, and development programs
Travel between locations across the Minneapolis area to gain broad experience
Ideal Candidate Profile:
3+ years in healthcare, veterinary, or customer service management
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
Demonstrated leadership and team-building skills
Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational abilities
Positive, collaborative, and eager to grow into a leadership role
Willing to travel locally and relocate if needed for final placement
Why Join Lakefield?
Hands-on leadership development in a mission-driven veterinary organization
Competitive salary and annual bonus potential
Clear pathway to a Hospital Administrator role
Supportive culture that values learning, teamwork, and career growth
Benefits:
Generous PTO + major holidays
401(k) with employer match
Medical, dental, and vision insurance with HSA option
Life and disability insurance
Pet care discounts
Ready to take the next step in your veterinary leadership career? Submit your resume and cover letter to: [email protected] Learn more about us at lakefieldvet.com