Chief Medical Officer (CMO)

Socket.dev; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 220,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Angell Animal Medical Center seeks an experienced Chief Medical Officer to provide clinical leadership across several specialty services. The role focuses on excellence in patient care, team development, and mentorship, guiding clinicians and staff with compassion and strategic oversight.

You will collaborate with hospital leadership to ensure high-quality medical care, efficient operations, and exceptional client service, while stewarding resources and upholding Angell’s mission and nonprofit

Qualifications

• Licensed DVM/VMD with an internship completed.
• Minimum 5–10 years of veterinary clinical experience.
• Experience in a specialty hospital or multi-service setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and operational leadership across 3–4 specialty services.
• Serve as a trusted medical resource for clinicians and hospital teams.
• Promote collaboration and consistency across specialty services.
• Lead decision-making during complex cases and crises.
• Address client concerns with professionalism and sound judgment.
• Support patient safety, quality assurance, and standard clinical protocols.
• Mentor and develop veterinary professionals and staff.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, training, and professional development of specialists and residents.
• Develop and oversee departmental budgets and stewardship of resources.
• Participate in hospital committees and long-term planning.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mentorship

Team development

Decision making

Education

DVM or VMD degree

Internship completion

Tools

Hospital information systems

Microsoft Office / Outlook

Job description

Angell Animal Medical Center is seeking an experienced, compassionate, and collaborative Chief Medical Officer (CMO) to provide clinical leadership across multiple specialty veterinary services.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned veterinarian who is passionate about clinical excellence, team development, mentorship, and delivering outstanding care to patients and their families.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

The Chief Medical Officer serves as a key clinical and leadership resource for the hospital. Working closely with Service Directors, hospital leadership, clinicians, and support teams, the CMO will help ensure high-quality medical care, excellent client service, strong interdepartmental collaboration, and a positive culture throughout the organization.

The CMO will:

• Provide clinical and operational leadership across 3–4 specialty services.
• Serve as a trusted medical and surgical resource for clinicians and hospital teams.
• Promote collaboration and consistency across specialty services.
• Provide leadership and decision-making support during complex cases and crisis situations.
• Address and resolve client concerns related to medical care with professionalism, compassion, and sound judgment.
• Support patient safety, quality assurance, and consistent standards of medical and surgical care.
• Lead, mentor, and develop veterinary professionals and support staff.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, training, and professional development of specialists, interns, residents, and other veterinary team members.
• Help ensure veterinary training and continuing education programs meet professional and licensing standards.
• Work closely with Service Directors and hospital leadership on staffing, scheduling, performance management, and operational needs.
• Participate in hospital committees, leadership meetings, and long-term planning.
• Develop and oversee departmental budgets and promote responsible stewardship of organizational resources.
• Help develop and maintain effective policies, procedures, and clinical protocols.Model and promote Angell's values of Compassion, Integrity, Collaboration, Excellence, Service, and Positivity.

WHO YOU ARE:

We are looking for a veterinary leader who combines strong clinical expertise with exceptional communication and people-management skills.

• An experienced veterinarian who leads by example.
• Approachable, collaborative, and highly visible within the hospital.
• Comfortable making thoughtful and timely decisions in complex or high-pressure situations.
• Skilled at building relationships across specialties and departments.
• Passionate about mentoring and developing veterinary professionals.
• Committed to excellent medicine and exceptional client service.
• Organized, adaptable, and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Financially responsible and mindful of the resources required to support a nonprofit mission.
• Dedicated to creating a positive, respectful, and supportive workplace.

Most importantly, you understand that outstanding veterinary medicine begins with compassion for patients, clients, and the people who provide their care.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• DVM or VMD degree.
• Completion of an internship.
• Minimum of 5–10 years of veterinary experience following completion of training.
• Progressive professional responsibility and previous supervisory or leadership experience.
• Experience working in a specialty veterinary or complex hospital environment.
• Strong clinical, interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to assess complex situations, develop solutions, and make sound decisions.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume clinical environment.
• Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office, Outlook, and veterinary hospital information systems.

COMPENSATION:

Base Salary- 220k-240k

Please note that candidates with additional experience or credentials may be eligible for additional compensation aligned with their qualifications

WHY JOIN ANGELL?:

At Angell Animal Medical Center, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside talented veterinary specialists and dedicated hospital professionals who share a commitment to exceptional patient care.

As CMO, you'll have a meaningful role in shaping clinical excellence, developing veterinary teams, strengthening collaboration, and advancing the mission of a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping animals and the people who love them.

If you're ready to bring your clinical expertise, leadership, and passion for veterinary medicine to a role where you can make a lasting impact.