Chief Veterinary Officer

Success Today Staffing•Clinton Township, MI

About The Position

Veterinary United is an independent, DVM-owned organization based in Southeastern Michigan, privately owned since 1999. It partners with like-minded practices and operates 22 hospitals, with plans to grow. The Chief Veterinary Officer will lead clinics and teams through the organization’s next phase of growth, advancing medical excellence and standardization, clinical support and engagement, and university and student relations. The CVO will work with veterinarians and clinic teams to support high-quality care in a creative, safe, and collaborative environment. The role defines the organization’s medical mission, establishes medical practices and policies, mentors and coaches veterinarians, supports recruitment, and serves as a liaison to professional liability carriers and strategic partners. It includes strategic planning, clinic visits, clinical collaboration, oversight of doctor KPIs and coaching plans, and close coordination with executive and cross-functional teams. The CVO will also assess medical quality at acquired practices and help develop services such as exotic animal medicine, mobile care, expanded surgery, and overnight emergency services.

Requirements

Doctoral degree in Veterinary Medicine or equivalent from an accredited institution.
Current, active veterinary license in good standing.
Relevant clinical experience in veterinary medicine.
Prior leadership experience in the veterinary field.
Knowledge of regulatory compliance and quality assurance in veterinary practices.
Strong leadership and management skills, including the ability to lead and inspire veterinary professionals across multiple locations.
Strategic planning and decision-making skills that account for clinical and business considerations.
In-depth knowledge of veterinary diagnostics, treatments, and preventive care.
Ability to oversee complex cases and provide clinical guidance.
Understanding of financial management, including budgeting and resource allocation.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build positive relationships with teams, clients, partners, and the community.
Project management ability and comfort with communication platforms and software.
Familiarity with veterinary laws and regulations at local, state, and federal levels.

Nice To Haves

Board certification in a veterinary specialty area.
Advanced degree such as an MBA, MPH, or PhD.
Experience implementing and optimizing practice management software and veterinary tools.
Proficiency in emerging veterinary technologies and practices.
Ability to analyze market trends and identify growth opportunities.
Experience scaling operations and managing change in a growing organization.
Track record of integrating new treatments, technology, and practice models, including overnight emergency services and mobile expansion.

Responsibilities

Define Veterinary United’s medical mission and establish best medical practices and policies.
Collaborate with the executive team to develop policies that emphasize collaboration and communication.
Maintain communication with clinic leadership and veterinary teams, providing guidance on equipment needs and service requests.
Provide clinical guidance on medical cases, facilitate team meetings, and conduct individual check-ins.
Conduct strategic planning, site visits, and clinical collaboration to support high-quality care.
Work with Human Resources, Finance, Inventory, and Operations to improve the experience for patients, clients, and teams.
Participate in weekly discussions with C-level executives and develop strategies aligned with organizational priorities.
Review doctors’ key performance indicators monthly and provide feedback.
Manage 12-week coaching plans for doctors.
Mentor and coach veterinarians and collaborate with recruitment efforts.
Serve as a liaison with professional liability carriers and strategic partners.
Assess the medical quality of new acquisitions and help existing practices maintain organizational standards.
Help develop and expand exotic animal medicine, full-service mobile care, surgical offerings, and overnight emergency services.
Develop and implement strategic plans for the veterinary department to support operational efficiency and growth.
Oversee complex cases and provide expert clinical guidance to veterinary teams.
Support the implementation and optimization of practice management software and other veterinary tools.
Analyze market trends and identify growth opportunities; support scaling operations and managing change.
Ensure compliance with veterinary laws, regulations, and industry standards.