The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) Trust is seeking a Head of Veterinary Services to join our leadership team headquartered in Schaumburg, IL, a northwest suburb of Chicago. The AVMA Trust provides access to professional and personal insurance coverages, and other programs and benefits, for AVMA and SAVMA members throughout their career. This is an exciting opportunity for a non-clinical position where you stay engaged with the profession and organized veterinary medicine to support your colleagues.
Partnering with the CEO and the Lead Trust Veterinarian, the Head of Veterinary Services plays a key role in the activities of the Trust. This position is part of the AVMA Trust senior leadership team and supports the Trust’s mission and strategic objectives from a veterinary perspective. This is a hybrid position with approximately 15-20% travel.
Roles and Responsibilities
The Head of Veterinary Services is a management/leadership position that supervises the Trust Veterinarian and Student Services teams for the AVMA Trust (AVMA LIFE Trust, AVMA PLIT)
Deadline for application is 03/29/24. Application must include cover letter, resume, & salary requirements. Submit to: apply@avma.org
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Key Attributes
Collaborative and Agile Leader
Strong multi-tasker
Workload Organization Innovative
Critical Thinker
Adaptive
Strategic Planner
Results-oriented
Problem Solver
Strong Written & Verbal Communication
Position responsibilities and activities
Veterinary team management and oversight
Assist in formulating/executing strategic and operational objectives to accomplish the Trust’s mission, vision, and strategic goals, as part of the AVMA Trust Senior Leadership team
Provide regular reports of Trust Veterinarian and Student Services teams’ activity
Contribute to and review Trust newsletters and communications
Attend veterinary conferences/meetings and tradeshows on behalf of the Trust to build and maintain industry relationships
Provide educational presentations related to professional liability and professional and personal risk management
Professional liability claims support and review
Develop supervised teams’ personal and professional growth opportunities through team engagement and yearly goals
On an annual basis, with the assistance of the Trust CEO, draft a personal and professional development plan/goals to continuously improve leadership and team skills which also support the goals of the Trust
Education and Skills
DVM or equivalent degree
Minimum of 10 years recent practice experience with small/companion animals
Medical Director, practice ownership, or practice management experience preferred
Experience or advanced training in emergency/critical care, internal medicine, or surgery a plus
Strong Leadership and management experience
Public speaking, presentation, and networking skills
Strong time management
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and projects
Located in Schaumburg, Illinois, with an office in Washington, D.C., the AVMA is structured to work for its members and acts as a collective voice for its membership and for the veterinary profession. The AVMA provides many benefits to its members, including information resources; state and federal advocacy; opportunities to address issues affecting policies that govern the profession and practice of veterinary medicine; continuing education opportunities; quality publications; and discounts on personal and professional products, programs and services. The work of the AVMA is carried out by a dedicated staff of over 170. The organization is governed by an 18-member Board of Directors and has a $50M+ annual operating budget. Throughout the organization, we take pride in knowing that we make a difference. The AVMA provides excellent employee benefits, including generous health insurance, retirement and paid time-off plans. We enjoy a supportive, friendly and comfortable work environment where work/life balance is evident at every level. We work hard, grow and have fun! For more information, please visit www.avma.org.