Chief Medical Officer

HumanePro; Birdsboro (Berks County); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

The Animal Rescue League of Berks County seeks a Chief Medical Officer to lead the veterinary team and oversee all medical care for shelter animals and community patients. This role combines strategic direction with hands-on veterinary leadership to ensure compassionate, high‑quality care aligned with our mission.

The CMO will expand medical programs, mentor clinicians, and collaborate with organizational leadership to improve efficiency and impact while maintaining the highest standards of

Qualifications

• DVM/VMD with veterinary license and leadership experience.
• Experience guiding multi-disciplinary medical teams in animal care.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical leadership and mentorship to the veterinary team.
• Oversee clinical decisions across shelter and public-facing services.
• Develop and expand comprehensive veterinary services for the community.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Community medicine

Education

DVM/VMD with veterinary license

Job description

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Job Description

Position Summary: The Chief Medical Officer (CMO) will follow the core responsibilities of the Shelter Veterinarian position while providing strategic leadership and oversight of all aspects of veterinary care for the Animal Rescue League of Berks County’s shelter animals and community patients. The CMO will oversee and direct the veterinary team to ensure the delivery of high-quality, compassionate, efficient, and medically sound care that aligns with the Animal Rescue League’s mission, best practices, and core values.

We are seeking a veterinarian with a strong passion for community medicine and increasing access to high-quality, affordable veterinary care. The CMO will play a key role in developing and expanding a comprehensive spectrum of veterinary services for the public, including high-volume, high-quality spay/neuter surgery, wellness and preventive care, and vaccine appointments. The CMO will help ensure that these services are accessible, efficient, and responsive to the needs of the community while maintaining high standards of patient care.

In addition, the CMO will oversee and support the Medical/Clinic Manager and veterinary team, provide medical leadership and mentorship, and manage clinical decisions across shelter and public-facing services. The CMO will work collaboratively with organizational leadership to advance medical programs, improve quality and efficiency, and expand the Animal Rescue League’s impact on both shelter animals and the boarder community.

Supervisor: Chief Executive Officer

This is a full time job

Contact Information

Job Contact Details

Name Leann Quire Title Chief Engagement and People Officer Telephone Number 610-621-2831 Email Address [e-mail] Website https://berksarl.org/careers/

Closing Date: Sunday, November 29, 2026

Posting Date: August 29, 2026

Closing Date: November 29, 2026