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Chief Medical Officer EquineKing City, Ontario, CanadaKing Animal Hospital is seeking an exceptional Chief Medical Officer Equine to provide clinical, strategic, and operational leadership across our rapidly expanding Equine Services division. This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of equine emergency and referral medicine within a privately owned, innovation-driven hospital.This role reports directly to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and will succeed our current CMO of Equine, who is planning for retirement.Who We AreKing Animal Hospital is a 60,000 sq ft Equine & Small Animal Referral and Emergency Hospital located on a 50-acre campus in King City, Ontario. We are currently constructing a 21,000 sq ft dedicated Equine Emergency Facility which will significantly expand our capacity for emergency case intake and critical care.Our Equine Services team includes:Three (3) board-certified Equine Surgeons providing elective and emergency surgeryAnesthesiology, diagnostic imaging, and specialty support teamsA highly skilled team of Registered Veterinary Technicians, Animal Care Attendants, and clinical support staffOver 250 employees across the organization, supporting both equine and small animal specialty services.Our hospital is equipped with advanced diagnostics and surgical technology, including:Standing CTSiemens 1.5T MRIScintigraphyFluoroscopyDigital radiography and ultrasoundArthroscopy and laparoscopy towersIn-house laboratory and pharmacyThe RoleThe Chief Medical Officer Equine provides clinical leadership, medical governance, and strategic direction for all equine services. This role balances hands-on clinical expertise with executive-level leadership, ensuring excellence in patient care, safety, medical standards, team development, and service growth.Key responsibilities include:Clinical & Medical LeadershipSet and uphold medical standards, protocols, and best practices across all equine servicesProvide leadership and mentorship to equine surgeons and veterinary teamsSupport complex case management, emergency decision-making, and quality assuranceChampion patient safety, clinical excellence, and evidence-based medicineStrategic & Operational LeadershipPartner with the CEO and executive team to define and execute the long-term vision for Equine ServicesLead the clinical planning and operational readiness for the new Equine Emergency & Colic facilitySupport service line growth, capacity planning, and efficiency improvementsCollaborate with Operations, HR, and Finance on workforce planning, scheduling models, and sustainabilityPeople, Culture & DevelopmentFoster a collaborative, respectful, and psychologically safe clinical cultureSupport recruitment, onboarding, performance development, and retention of veterinary talentPromote education, knowledge sharing, and continuous professional developmentAct as a role model for professionalism, compassion, and leadershipExternal Relations & ReputationBuild strong referral relationships with veterinarians, trainers, and industry partnersRepresent King Animal Hospital within the equine community and professionSupport continuing education, speaking, and thought leadership opportunitiesWho You AreYou are a highly respected equine clinician and leader who is motivated by impact, mentorship, and building something exceptional.Education & CredentialsLicensed DVM in Ontario or eligible for licensureExperienceSignificant clinical experience in equine surgery and/or equine emergency and critical care, ideally within a referral, specialty, or teaching hospital environmentDemonstrated experience in a senior clinical leadership role, such as Chief Medical Officer, Medical Director, Service Head, or equivalent, with responsibility for medical standards, quality of care, and clinical governanceExperience working within or closely alongside private practice hospital operations, including exposure to:Case flow and capacity planningEmergency coverage models and on-call structuresStaffing, scheduling, and utilization of clinical teamsFinancial and operational decision-making impacting sustainability and growthProven ability to lead, mentor, and develop veterinary specialists and multidisciplinary clinical teamsExperience collaborating with executive leadership (CEO, Operations, Finance, HR) on strategic planning, service line development, and operational improvementExposure to hospital expansion, service growth, or change initiatives (e.g., new facilities, new services, workflow redesign, or scaling emergency operations) is strongly preferredStrong track record of complex clinical decision-making, leadership under pressure, and accountability for outcomes in a high-acuity environmentSkills & AttributesTrusted, collaborative leader with strong emotional intelligenceExcellent clinical judgment and decision-making under pressureStrong communicator with teams, clients, and referring veterinariansPassion for innovation, teaching, and advancing equine medicineAligned with values of compassion, respect, and continuous improvementWhat We OfferAt King Animal Hospital, we are deeply committed to clinical excellence, innovation, and physician wellness.We offer:Competitive executive-level compensation (non-production-based)Signing or retention bonusMinimum of 4 weeks paid vacation, based on experiencePaid statutory holidays, sick days, and personal daysAnnual continuing education time and financial supportACVS or ECVS dues paid annually if applicable100% employer-paid health benefits, including health, dental, vision, travel, and life insuranceCoverage under hospital liability insurance and workplace injury income replacementImmigration support, including work permit and legal feesRelocation assistance and settlement supportAccess to a corporate gym and one-on-one support with a corporate social worker focused on resilience, emotional regulation, and preventing compassion fatigueLeadership autonomy and the opportunity to shape the future of equine emergency care in CanadaTo ApplyIf you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please contact:Tammy BrumwellHead of Human ResourcesKing Animal HospitalEmail: [email protected]/Text: 365-340-5518To learn more about our hospital please visit our website at:King Animal Hospital