Upstate Veterinary Specialties, a growing, 24/7 privately-owned specialty and emergency practice located in Latham, New York is seeking a full-time Chief Medical Officer to join our team!
- Privately owned
- $250,000-$300,000
- 40,000 square-foot hospital
- State-of-the-art medical equipment
- Relocation Assistance
Our facility is a custom-built, 40,000-square-foot hospital, with another 4,500-square-foot addition planned for 2025. We have access to state-of-the-art medical equipment necessary for the highest quality patient care, such as: digital x-ray, 64-slice CT, 1.5 Tesla MRI, multi-parameter telemetry, 4 high-quality ultrasound units, fluoroscopy and endoscopy suites, multiple surgical suites, in-house diagnostic laboratory, in-house pharmacy, underwater treadmill, and blood bank.
Upstate Veterinary Specialties continues to expand to meet the growing needs of our community, with active recruiting efforts for additional specialty services (Dentistry/oral surgery, ophthalmology, and radiology) as well as ancillary support services (on-site crematory and regional reference laboratory with clinical pathology).
What we offer:
- $250,000-$300,000
- Paid medical, dental, and long-term disability
- 401(k) with matching contribution
- Generous PTO
- Substantial CE allowance and time away
- Paid professional licensing and dues
- Relocation costs
- Employee pet insurance stipend
- A wellness program that includes a veterinary well-being team on-site, fitness facility discounts, and a Calm app subscription to name a few.
- Full-time (5-day work week)
About Us And The Position:
Upstate Veterinary Specialties, PLLC is a growing, 24/7 privately-owned specialty and emergency practice located in upstate New York. As a privately owned hospital, the practice owners are active clinicians who take a team approach to manage the hospital. They make themselves accessible to the staff and are dedicated to making UVS the ideal veterinary practice for employees.
Our leadership, administration teams, doctors, and medical staff all work together in a collaborative environment to achieve our mission - helping pets live longer, happier lives through expert medical care and compassionate client service. We are a large team of dedicated professionals and take pride in being a leader in comprehensive specialty and emergency care for pets. We have an on-site and diverse leadership team and a full-service administrative department.
The Chief Medical Officer (CMO) will provide leadership and the strategic vision of the hospital in collaboration with owners and fellow officers. Specific responsibilities include: Leading and managing our board-certified specialists, emergency clinicians, chiefs of service, and medical staff director to achieve the hospital’s business objectives and strategic plan; overseeing the hospital’s medical training programs; developing and implementing new medical initiatives, technologies, and medical policies; conducting medical reviews for all adverse events; and serving as the doctor liaison on the Patient Safety and Training committees.
Position Requirements:
Education and Experience Requirements:
- DVM, VMD, or equivalent international degree from an accredited teaching hospital. Veterinarians with advanced training (Internship, residency) or specialty certification preferred.
- Minimum of ten (10) years of experience as a practicing veterinarian in a 24-hour Specialty and Emergency Referral Hospital.
- Minimum of five (5) years in a position involving the management of others (Medical Director, Chief of Service, etc.).
- Demonstrated leadership experience is required.
- Must have a demonstrated understanding of veterinary laws and regulations.
Skills:
- Must have high ethical and medical standards
- Must possess excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
- Must possess strong conflict resolution and mediation skills
- Must have strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Must possess a strong attention to detail
- Must have the ability to multi-task while maintaining accuracy
- Must possess good time management skills
Personal Requirements:
- Must adhere to and promote UVS’ Mission, Vision, and Values: Compassion, Dedication and Knowledge
- Flexible attitude and work habits
- Demonstrate effectiveness as a leader capable of influencing and motivating others to success toward a common goal
- Professionalism and the ability to encourage a positive work environment
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and use discretion as needed
Position Responsibilities:
Essential Functions:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions:
- Demonstrate the UVS Mission, Vision, and Values in all interactions.
- Be a culture leader in the organization, and facilitate an understanding of team-focused and collaborative behavior and interpersonal interactions.
- Understand best practices within a 24/7 emergency and specialty veterinary referral hospital.
- Collaborate effectively with others on the leadership and management teams for hospital business objectives and strategic plans.
- Manage veterinarians, the Director of Medical Staff, and Medical Staff Managers as needed.
- Oversee the Chiefs of Service (COSs).
- Conduct thorough medical reviews for all medical errors, complaints, and adverse events.
- Oversee UVS medical training programs.
- Develop a strategic plan for new medical specialties in line with the Hospital’s Mission and Vision.
- Oversee the development and implementation of new medical initiatives or technologies within the hospital.
- Oversee the development and implementation of new medical policies and practices within the hospital.
- In conjunction with Human Resources and Finance, review and/or develop compensation strategy and structure for veterinarians and all medical staff.
- Provide final screen of new medications/medical products before rollout to the medical staff.
- Serve as a doctor liaison for the Patient Safety Committee and Training Committee.
- Represent UVS at Veterinary Specialty Practice Alliance conferences providing a CMO perspective as appropriate.
- Participate in VSPA committee(s) as needed.
- Oversee infection control measures within the hospital.
- Stay updated on medical safety and regulatory standards.
- Act as a champion and lead change to identify and promote best practices.
- Further Development and Education.
- Attend webinars or seminars to further develop planning, organization, management, and interpersonal skills.
- Continuing education to maintain licensure as a veterinarian in New York and specialty certification, if applicable.
- Shadow in UVS services and departments to gain a broader perspective of the hospital as needed.
