Chief Veterinary Officer
Veterinary United
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Veterinary United in Clinton Township, MI invites a visionary Chief Veterinary Officer to steer our growing network of 22 hospitals. You will shape medical missions, standardize best practices, mentor veterinarians, and partner with leadership to drive clinical excellence across locations.
Join a culture that values collaboration, innovation, and growth as we expand exotic animal care, mobile services, and premier surgical offerings.
Qualifications
- Doctoral degree in Veterinary Medicine and active license in good standing.
- Leadership experience in veterinary settings and regulatory knowledge.
- Business and strategic planning experience relevant to multi-location clinics.
Responsibilities
- Lead clinics and teams across locations to achieve medical excellence.
- Define medical mission, establish best practices, and mentor veterinarians.
- Collaborate with HR, Finance, Inventory, and Operations; report to executives.
- Oversee KPIs, coach doctors, and drive multi-department collaboration.
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Veterinary United, Clinton Township, MI, US
8 days ago Requisition ID: 3374
Chief Veterinary Officer
Job Description
Join Our Team as Chief Veterinary Officer
At Veterinary United, every clinic and team member has a voice. We are an independent, DVM-owned, family-based organization located in southeastern Michigan with private ownership since 1999. With 22 hospitals (and growing), we form strategic partnerships with like-minded practices emphasizing high-quality medicine and a culture that fosters growth and collaboration. Our vision is to make an impact as changemakers in the world of veterinary medicine.
We celebrate what makes each practice special and unique to their community while fostering a culture of trust and support. Leadership is dedicated to our team members, ensuring our hospitals run to their fullest potential. With a flexible work environment that supports individualized care, new technology, advanced medical services, and strategy, the possibilities for evolution are endless!
Here's where you come in!
As Chief Veterinary Officer at Veterinary United, you will lead our clinics and teams through our next phase of growth. This dynamic, leadership-driven role focuses on achieving medical excellence and standardization, fostering clinical support and engagement, building university and student relations, and more. You'll collaborate with emerging and experienced veterinarians to ensure our teams deliver the best possible care in a creative, safe, and fun environment.
The Chief Veterinary Officer (CVO) will play a pivotal role in cultivating a collaborative and trusting environment. As a subject matter expert, you will focus on key areas such as defining Veterinary United's (VU) medical mission, establishing best medical practices and policies, mentoring and coaching veterinarians, collaborating with recruitment efforts, and serving as a liaison with our professional liability carriers and strategic partners.
Lead the way in advancing veterinary medicine as a catalyst for positive change. Collaborate with Veterinary United's executive team to develop policies emphasizing collaboration and communication. Maintain open communication with clinic leadership and veterinary teams, leveraging your expertise to support equipment needs and service requests. Provide guidance on medical cases, facilitate regular team meetings, and conduct individual check-ins. Your role will involve strategic planning, site visits, and clinical collaboration to ensure our teams deliver the highest quality care.
This role will serve as a vital link between departments such as Human Resources, Finance, Inventory, and Operations to enhance the experience for our patients, clients, and teams. You will engage in weekly discussions with C-level executives, cultivate positive relationships with these departments, and develop strategies that align with the organization's love for both animals and humans. A passion for coaching, the ability to collaborate, and a penchant for innovation are key. You will also oversee the monthly review of doctor key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide feedback, as well as manage the 12-week coaching plans for doctors, demonstrating effective multi-department collaboration.
At Veterinary United, we provide the highest-quality medicine in every community we steward. We invite you to bring your innovative talents to the table as we strengthen our commitment to exotic animal medicine, expand our reach into new markets with full-service mobile care, enhance our surgical offerings, and introduce an all-new overnight emergency service. As we grow, your role will be crucial in assessing the medical quality of new acquisitions while ensuring that our existing practices uphold our high standards of excellence.
- Education/Licensing
- Doctoral degree in Veterinary Medicine or equivalent from an accredited institution.
- Active Veterinary License must be current and in good standing.
- Board certification in a specialty area preferred.
- Advanced degrees (MBA, MPH, or PhD) can be beneficial for understanding business and research aspects.
- Experience
- Relevant clinical experience in veterinary medicine
- Prior leadership experience in the veterinary field
- Knowledge of regulatory compliance and quality assurance in veterinary practices
- Leadership and management
- Demonstrate strong leadership skills to effectively manage and inspire a team of veterinary professionals across multiple locations.
- Develop and implement strategic plans for the veterinary department to ensure operational efficiency and growth.
- Exhibit excellent decision-making skills, considering both clinical and business aspects, to drive the department forward.
- Possess experience in implementing and optimizing practice management software and other veterinary tools to streamline operations.
- Embrace a growth mindset, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the team.
- Clinical Knowledge
- Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of veterinary medicine, including diagnostics, treatments, and preventive care, to ensure high-quality patient care.
- Ability to oversee complex cases and provide expert clinical guidance to veterinary teams.
- Proficient in emerging veterinary technologies and practices, staying ahead of advancements to enhance clinical outcomes.
- Business Acumen
- Possess a strong understanding of financial management, including budgeting and resource allocation, to ensure efficient clinic operations.
- Ability to analyze market trends and identify growth opportunities, driving innovative strategies.
- Experience with scaling operations and managing change in a growing organization, fostering adaptability and resilience.
- Proven track record of integrating new treatments, technology, and practice models, such as overnight ER services and mobile expansion, to enhance clinic offerings.
- Communication
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively engage with internal teams, and strategic partners.
- Strong interpersonal skills enabling the building of positive relationships with clients, employees, and the community.
- Proven ability in project management, adapting easily to various communication platforms and software for efficient collaboration.
- Regulatory Knowledge
- Familiarity with veterinary laws and regulations at local, state, and federal levels, ensuring compliance and adherence to industry standards and best practices.
- A full array of medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement benefits, CE allowance, and licensure reimbursements
- 401k with company match
- PTO
- Flexible Schedule
- AVMA PLIT Coverage
- Discounts on Medical, Surgical, Daycare & Boarding services
Join Veterinary United and help shape the future of veterinary medicine. Inspire, empower, and lead our teams to new heights.
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