Director, Applications Development

About AmeriVet

AmeriVet Veterinary Partners is a network of veterinary practices focused on empowering veterinary professionals and enhancing patient care. By partnering with veterinary clinics, AmeriVet provides operational support, enabling veterinarians to focus on medicine and client relationships while leaving management and administrative responsibilities to the AmeriVet team.

POSITION SUMMARY

Performs as a senior member of the IT team, responsible for all the Enterprise Applications such as Financial, Marketing, HR Systems, Veterinary Practice Management Systems (PIMS/PMS) and other software that supports the operations of the Clinics and Support Center. The role will lead the development of the strategy, architecture and ongoing support and maintenance.  Responsible for collaborating with key business partners to understand and influence the business strategy and align the Enterprise applications portfolio to achieve the expected business outcomes. Define and determine requirements and solutions needed. Lead project tracks and provide technical leadership and direction as required. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Define and lead the execution of strategy and implementation of enterprise applications that support the company.

• Contribute to the selection and development of technical architecture and ensure implementation complies with methodologies, standards and architectural guidelines

• Develop and facilitate regular release cycles on key systems using DevOps, Agile, and Waterfall methodologies.

• Gather and analyze technical information for designing new systems and making changes to existing systems.

• Apply in-depth technical expertise to guide and direct others in their area of technical responsibility.

• Define and build detailed technical solutions to support complex application development projects.

• Create system design specifications and build according to those specifications for complex project assignments.

• May act as an architect in the development of technical design documents and provide oversight to external developers.

• Contribute to the development of IT application and technical architecture strategies.

• Participate in 24/7 on-call support.

• Communicate ideas and solutions effectively to drive results.

• Provide technical leadership, guidance, and mentorship to other IT associates on best practices and development techniques.

• Participate in hardware and/or software studies and provide recommendations to management based on results.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES)

• Legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer, without restrictions. 

Education & Experience

• 4-year college degree

• 10 – 15 years of professional IT experience, with 5 or more years of executive leadership at the Director level

Competencies

• Experience in working within dynamic, fast paced environments

• Experience of communicating and liaising with senior key stakeholders and project sponsors

• Exceptional influencing, leadership, and motivational skills

• Excellent verbal and written communications skills

• Demonstrated change agent, with strong leadership

• Comprehensive understanding of the Systems Development Life Cycle, as applied to projects of increasing size and complexity, with emphasis on the following core activities:

  • Problem Solving

  • Analysis/Design

  • Estimating

  • Planning

Technical Skills

• Experience implementing and solutioning of Enterprise Applications including Finance, HR, Marketing, Veterinary practice management software (PIMS/PMS) or EMR/EHR platforms.

• Experience in Veterinary IT or healthcare is a plus

• Experience in Agile, Scrum and Waterfall project management

Key Interfaces:

• Key Business Partners including DVMs, and Practice Managers

• IT Senior Management Team

• IT Team

• Vendors, and Service Providers

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

• Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment

Note

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

EEO Information

The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, and veteran status.

At AmeriVet, your well-being, your loved ones, and your future are our top priorities. This commitment is reflected in the comprehensive range of benefits we offer, including:

•    Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
•    401(k) matching
•    Generous holidays and paid time off
•    Career development programs
•    Robust health and wellness initiatives

AmeriVet takes pride in embracing the uniqueness and diversity that every team member, pet owner, and pet brings to our community. Our unwavering dedication revolves around nurturing a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion, where each team member not only feels a strong sense of belonging, but is also empowered to thrive.