Chief of Veterinary Medicine & Wellness Leader

Global Talent Partners; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 150,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Generous paid time off

Paid parental leave

CE allowance and CE days

Licensure/DEA coverage

Professional liability coverage

Uniform allowance

Pet care discounts

Job summary

Global Talent Partners seeks a Veterinary Medical Director in Springfield, MO, to lead a busy preventive-care hospital. The role blends clinical practice (70–80%) with leadership (20–30%), guiding staff, improving client experience, and shaping hospital performance in a community-focused setting.

The position offers a competitive six-figure salary with sign-on and relocation support, comprehensive benefits, and growth opportunities through clear leadership pathways.

Qualifications

• DVM/VMD degree from an accredited institution.
• Current license (or eligibility) to practice veterinary medicine in Missouri.
• Eligibility to work in the United States.
• DEA license (or eligibility to obtain).
• Proven clinical proficiency; prior leadership or mentorship experience preferred.
• Comfortable with preventive-care workflows, client education, and digital practice tools.
• Willingness to work a rotating weekend schedule.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop veterinarians, technicians, and support staff; foster an efficient, positive, and compliant clinical environment.
• Partner with practice management on scheduling, workflow optimization, budgeting, quality metrics, and hospital performance.
• Guide client service standards, team communication, and hospital meetings; help resolve escalated client concerns.
• Deliver high-quality medical care, including comprehensive wellness exams, vaccinations, microchipping, dental care, routine screenings, and treatment plans.
• Perform surgery as appropriate and within established protocols using standard medical instruments.
• Champion preventive medicine and wellness membership plans; utilize digital tools for records and client communications.
• Ensure safety, cleanliness, and adherence to all regulatory and hospital policies.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical proficiency

Mentorship

Digital tools

Education

DVM/VMD degree

Tools

Practice management software

Job description

Global Talent Partners seeks a Veterinary Medical Director in Springfield, MO, to lead a busy preventive-care hospital. The role blends clinical practice (70–80%) with leadership (20–30%), guiding staff, improving client experience, and shaping hospital performance in a community-focused setting.

The position offers a competitive six-figure salary with sign-on and relocation support, comprehensive benefits, and growth opportunities through clear leadership pathways.