Chief Veterinary Medical Officer

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Job Posting Title:

Chief Veterinary Medical Officer (CVMO)

Position Type:

Professional / Unclassified

Department:

LSUAM School of Veterinary Medicine (Oliver Garden (00071990))

Work Location:

Veterinary Medicine

Pay Grade:

Professional

Job Description:

Your next career opportunity awaits at LSU School of Veterinary Medicine. One of only 33 veterinary schools in the United States, LSU Vet Med is experiencing unprecedented growth as we seek to improve and protect the lives of animals and people through superior education, transformational research, and compassionate care. We are dedicated to building a premier team of world-renowned clinicians, educators, and researchers to provide an elite healthcare experience in Louisiana and the region. This is where science meets passion and global health prevails. We hope you will join us as we explore what is possible.

Position Overview:

The Chief Veterinary Medical Officer (CVMO) provides strategic leadership and oversight for the clinical, educational, and research missions of the LSU Veterinary Teaching Hospital (VTH) and associated clinical programs. The CVMO ensures the highest standards of patient care, veterinary education, and research while fostering collaboration among faculty, staff, and students. This position plays a critical role in advancing the school's reputation and impact in veterinary medicine.

***Suitably qualified applicants may be considered for faculty status. In this case, 90% of the role represents administration of the clinical enterprise and the remaining 10% may be devoted to other scholarship or clinical service.***

Job Responsibilities:

35% Provide executive leadership for the veterinary medical teaching hospital, clinics, and clinical service programs. Work closely with the Dean and administrative leadership to align clinical operations with the LSU Vet Med mission and goals.

Promote a culture of innovation and excellence within the veterinary clinical enterprise. 

25% Develop and implement policies and procedures that enhance clinical operations, efficiency, and compliance with accreditation and regulatory standards. 

Provide strategic oversight and interpretation of hospital financial performance to inform executive decision- making.

Advance strategic initiatives to enhance clinical caseload, financial sustainability, and operational effectiveness.

25% Collaborate with faculty and hospital leadership to support the professional development of clinical staff and faculty.

Ensure excellence in patient care, clinical education, and research initiatives.

Oversee quality assurance programs, risk management, and continuous improvement efforts.

10% Leads cross-functional collaboration with administrative units and campus partners to align operations with institutional priorities and enhance organizational effectiveness.

Represent the veterinary school and hospital in professional organizations and community partnerships.

Facilitate and maintain clear open communication channels with team members, stakeholders, and clients to build trust and strengthen relationships. 

5% Other duties as assigned. 

Minimum Qualifications:

DVM or equivalent and ten (10) years of experience, and eligible for veterinary license in the state of Louisiana.

Specific Experience:

• Progressive clinical program experience with at least five (5) years in leadership.

• Demonstrated success leading clinical operations, building and leading high-performance teams, and ensuring effective budget management and financial stewardship.

Preferred Qualifications:

DVM and eleven (11) or more years of experience.

Advanced training or certification in veterinary administration, business management, or a related field (e.g., MBA, MPH, MHA, MOB, or board certification in a clinical specialty).

Specific Experience:

• Significant leadership experience in a veterinary teaching hospital, clinical setting, or academic environment.

• Experience in fundraising, donor relations, or securing external funding for clinical and research programs.

• Knowledge of emerging trends in veterinary education, hospital management, and animal healthcare.

Additional Requirements:

Safety and Security Sensitive Job - Safety and security-sensitive positions are defined as those positions where any form of substance abuse may affect University activities through unsafe work behavior/performance or error in judgment; or where substance abuse could jeopardize the safety and well-being of employees, other personnel, or the general public, or cause significant damage to university property. This includes positions requiring firearms, access to controlled substances, handling hazardous material, operating heavy equipment or machinery, etc. These positions are subject to drug screens per PS-67/FASOP HR-04.
Emergency Essential Personnel -This position may be required to report to campus in times of emergency and/or closure per PS-18.

Cash Handling -This position has access to/directly handles cash. Financial history/credit check required per FASOP HR-04.

About Baton Rouge, Louisiana:

The LSU campus is located in beautiful Baton Rouge, a vibrant and growing metropolitan area with over 300 years of history. Enjoy amazing culinary experiences, unique architecture, a thriving arts scene, unparalleled musical performances, thrilling sporting events, vibrant festivals and celebrations, and southern hospitality at its finest.

We are just an hour’s drive from the international city of New Orleans, the home of Mardi Gras, jazz music, and restaurants that are among the finest in the world. We are surrounded by natural beauty that is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. Enjoy a short trip to the shores of the Gulf of Mexico for beautiful beaches, or explore the bayous of the Atchafalaya Basin, a vast natural wonder with a storied past. A world of new experiences awaits you in the heart of Louisiana.

To learn more about LSU Vet Med and Baton Rouge, please visit the links below:

·LSU Vet Med: A Dynamic Biomedical Campus Shaping the Future of Animal and Human Health - YouTube(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VK5x-ivpbBU)

·LSU Vet Med website (https://www.lsu.edu/vetmed/index.php)

·Baton Rouge visitor information (https://www.visitbatonrouge.com/)

We teach. We heal. We discover. We protect. Join us at LSU Vet Med as we make a profound difference in global health!

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

Please provide your cover letter, CV, and three professional references including name, title, phone number and e-mail address. A copy of your transcript(s) may be attached to your application (if available). However, original transcripts are required prior to hire.

Please attach ALL required documents under the "Resume/CV" section of your application.

Questions are welcome and can be directed to the Search Committee Chair. Please contact Thomas Rooney at [email protected].

Posting Date:

December 2, 2025

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

February 28, 2026

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

Essential Position (Y/N):

Y

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.

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