About this opportunity

Ethos Veterinary Health lists this Emergency Veterinary Medical Director opportunity in village of somers, Wisconsin. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

Medical Director - Emergency Care Leadership, Wisconsin Veterinary Referral Center - Kenosha, WI

Ready to Lead the Way?

Are you a passionate ER veterinarian who’s ready to shape hospital culture, inspire a strong medical team, and drive meaningful change? At WVRC Kenosha, we’re looking for a confident and compassionate Medical Director to guide our hospital into its next exciting chapter.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead a growing emergency-focused hospital within a well-established network, while maintaining clinical involvement and driving big-picture progress.

Why You’ll Love Leading Here

People-First Culture: Work with an engaged, collaborative team that truly supports one another

Strategic Growth: Shape the medical direction and participate in expanding services and infrastructure

Flexibility & Balance: Set a schedule that supports both leadership and continued clinical excellence

Accessible Midwest Living: Located near Lake Michigan—30min to Milwaukee, 90min to Chicago

Strong Compensation Package: Minimum base salary of $175,000, with top-of-market 25% production; $30,000-50,000 annual leadership stipend based on prior experience; $25,000 signing bonus; Relocation assistance available

Your Role

As Medical Director, you’ll balance clinical practice with leadership responsibilities, acting as both a role model on the floor and a strategic partner behind the scenes.

Deliver high-quality, compassionate emergency care (~75% clinical)

Oversee medical standards, protocols, and quality initiatives

Lead, mentor, and support our ER doctor team

Partner with the Hospital Director to shape operations, recruitment, and long-term planning

Foster team collaboration and a culture of accountability, growth, and trust

Strengthen relationships with referring veterinarians and the local community

Collaborate with Ethos Veterinary Health to access leadership development, clinical education, and research opportunities

What We’re Looking For

DVM or equivalent and eligibility for a Wisconsin veterinary license

Emergency medicine experience

Minimum 2-5 years of leadership experience

A passion for mentorship and driving medical excellence

Strong communication and collaboration skills

Confidence in making decisions and solving complex problems

A solutions-focused, adaptable leadership style

What You’ll Get & Where You’ll Work

Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match & generous PTO

CE allowance, licensure & dues covered, mental health and well-being support

A modern, 12,000sqft facility equipped with:CT scanner, digital radiology, in-house lab

On-site radiology services

Strong support staff and engaged ER team

Support from Ethos Veterinary Health—a national network offering advanced clinical resources, professional growth programs, and innovative initiatives like Ethos Discovery

Let’s Connect

If you’re ready to lead with vision, mentor with heart, and build something impactful, we’d love to talk. Reach out to Heather Kelly at to start the conversation.

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