Veterinarian

Springfield, VT - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 5 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Finding the right place to grow your careerisnt (over) easy so were here to help by sharing a few reasons why the grass is greener at Vital Farms. We think youll appreciate our focus on Conscious Capitalism which drives business decisions that benefit all our stakeholders (leading to even better business results). You might be drawn to our innovative approach and refusal to settle for the way things have always been done. Or you could find it exciting to grow your skills while working for an industry-leading brand. Whether youre into our values our brand or our egg-cellent puns we hope youll join our Crew and help us change the world 108 square feet at a time!

At Vital Farms were proud of the diverse communities we serve and the stakeholders who help bring our purpose to life. Were committed to fostering an inclusive and collaborative environment where every crew member feels valued. We see this as one of our greatest strengths - and your role is key to helping us build on it.

Reporting to the Vice President of Farm Operations the Vital FarmsVeterinarianwill support the health welfare and productivity of hens across our farmer network. This role combines clinicalexpertisewith on-farm advisory research and proactive disease prevention. You will partner with our contract veterinary partners familyand companyfarmers farm support staff and industry stakeholders to ensure that Vital Farms continues to set the standard in pasture-raised animal care. The highlights of this roleare:opportunities to partner with cross functional teams to develop a carefully crafted animal welfare and wellness plan drive improvements in farm outcomes across our network while working with a variety of stakeholders to ensure we thoughtfully support farmers andlayinghens.

What Youll Do:

Animal Health & Welfare

Develop and oversee preventive health programs for pasture-raised laying hens including vaccination schedules biosecurity protocols and nutrition-related health management.
Provide clinical expertiseand support for disease diagnosis treatment and control strategies including Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) and other emerging challenges.
Conduct farm visits and welfare assessments to ensure compliance with Vital Farms animal care standards.

Farmer Support & Training

Act as a trusted partner to familyand companyfarmers offering guidance on flock health welfare best practices and regulatory compliance.
Design and deliver training modules for farmers and Farm Support team members to enhance field-level knowledge.
Collaborate with pullet suppliers hatcheries veterinary partnersand feed mills to ensure seamless animal care across the supply chain.

Research & Innovation

Lead and/or support applied research trials focused on flock longevity welfare outcomes and disease prevention.
Analyze flock health data to identifytrends and recommend improvements.
Stay current on scientific and regulatory developments in poultry medicine and integrate findings into Vital Farms operations.

Stakeholder Collaboration

Partner with cross-functional teams (Farm Ops Supply Chain Quality Compliance) to support food safety and sustainability goals.
Represent Vital Farms atindustry associations veterinary networks and academic collaborations.
Contribute totransparent communication with external stakeholders ensuring alignment with our commitment to animal welfare.

What You Bring to the Table:

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or equivalent)required.
Licensed or eligible for licensure in relevant U.S. states.
Minimum 35 years of experience in veterinary care of laying hens required.
Must be located or willing to relocate to Missouri Arkansas Illinois Indiana or Kentucky.
Strong knowledge of avian pathology preventive medicine and flock health management.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to build trust with farmers and internal teams.
Passion for animal welfare and alignment with Vital Farms values of conscious capitalism and stakeholder success.
Willingness to travel frequently (up to 50%) across our farmer network.
You are an organized self-directed and detail focused individual
You demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate with all stakeholders from crew to farmers to executives
You can manage multiple time sensitive priorities and deadlines at once
You have the ability to lead and engage in creative problem-solving with both internal and external partners to identify barriers and come to mutually beneficial solutions
Proficient in MS Office: Word Excel PowerPoint and Outlook
Youre no hero You know the power of teamwork and celebrate the work of others before your own.
You give a sh*t You believe in acting like an owner and making Vital Farms a place to be proud of.
You raise the standards You know growth can be hard but you strive to improve yourself and others each day.
You can walk in someone elses boots You seek to understand others viewpoints and think that you get to better answers by sitting on the same side of the table.
You dont walk on eggshells Youre not afraid to leave the bullsh*t behind and have honest conversations.
We recognize that talent comes in many forms. Even if you dont meet every requirement we encourage you to apply. You may have strengths we havent yet considered!

What We Bring to the Table:

A fast-paced energetic remote environment with passionate people who are leading a movement to bring ethically produced food to the table.
Competitive pay and benefits (Medical Dental Vision and Paid Parental Leave just to name a few).
Generous retirement contributions: 401(k) 3% Contribution from Day 1.
Free eggs and butter (yes really!) along with friends and family discounts.
Fun team SWAG that will make you the talk of the town.
Professional development opportunities and an amazing team dedicated to your growth.

At Vital Farms compensation decisions are dependent upon a variety of factors which may include but are not limited to skill levelexperience education training market demands and business needs.A reasonable estimate of the current starting annual base salary for this position is $175000 - $205000. Please keep in mind that hiring at the maximum end of the range would not be typical in order to allow for potential continued future salary growth.

Who We Are:

Vital Farms a Certified B Corporation offers a range of ethically produced foods nationwide. Started on a single farm in Austin Texas in 2007 Vital Farms became a national consumer brand that works with 350 family farms and is the leading U.S. brand of pasture-raised eggs by retail dollar sales. Vital Farms products including shell eggs butter hard-boiled eggs and liquid whole eggs are sold in over 24000 stores nationwide.

Vital Farms ethics are exemplified by its focus on the humane treatment of farm animals and sustainable farming addition as a Delaware Public Benefit Corporation Vital Farms prioritizes the long-term benefits of each of its stakeholders including farmers and suppliers customers and consumers communities and the environment crew members and short we exist to improve the lives of people animals and our planet through food.

Commitment to Equal Opportunity

To fulfill Vital Farms mission of bringing ethically produced food to the table were committed to building teams that reflect diverse perspectives and lived experiences. We believe that when all crew members feel valued and respected they bring their best ideas forward - fueling innovation belonging and shared success. We strive to create a welcoming environment rooted in equal opportunity and encourage individuals from all backgrounds and experiences to apply.

To that end we make employment decisions based on qualifications merit and business need. Vital Farms does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion gender and gender identity sex (including pregnancy childbirth lactation and related medical conditions) sexual orientation marital status age national origin citizenship status military or veteran status physical or mental disability genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Ready to Join Us

Together were cultivating an environment where every Crew member can thrive grow and know theyre part of something bigger - improving lives through ethical food.

If this role sounds like the right fit for you wed love to hear from you! Even if you dont meet every qualification we encourage you to apply - you might be exactly what we need!

Next Steps:

Shortly after you complete your application youll receive a follow-up email elaborating on any potential next steps in our process. If you dont immediately receive said follow-up email we would highly encourage you to check your spam filter!

In order to fulfill Vital Farms mission to bring ethically produced food to the table we seek to build teams that leverage diverse perspectives to create a welcoming and innovative environment that is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunities.

Notification to Agencies:

**Vital Farms is not accepting unsolicited third-party recruitment agencies in the hiring process for this role. If you are a potential candidate interested in a role with Vital Farms please submit an application directly.

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