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Job Description:
Our client is seeking a Small Animal Medical Director Veterinarian to take on a hands-on leadership role within an established community practice. The position combines clinical medicine with responsibility for mentoring associate veterinarians, maintaining professional standards and helping guide the day-to-day clinical direction of the hospital.
The successful candidate will continue managing patients directly while also supporting case discussions, overseeing medical quality and working closely with operational leadership. This role is best suited to an experienced veterinarian who enjoys teaching, is comfortable making decisions in a busy environment and wants greater influence over how a practice develops.
Qualifications Needed:
Minimum of five years of clinical veterinary experience
DVM or VMD qualification with Illinois licensure, or eligibility to obtain
DEA licence in good standing
Confident leadership style with a genuine interest in coaching and mentorship
Ability to balance clinical responsibilities with operational and regulatory oversight
In this position, your responsibilities will include:
Guide medical standards and support consistent clinical decision-making
Mentor associate veterinarians through case reviews and day-to-day coaching
Maintain an active caseload across general medicine and surgery
Work closely with the Practice Manager on operational priorities and hospital performance
Ensure regulatory requirements and professional standards are consistently met
Package:
Base compensation from $150,000 with additional production opportunity
Signing incentive available
401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution
Continuing education stipend and paid professional development time
Medical, dental, vision, life and short-term disability insurance
Professional licence, DEA and membership costs reimbursed
AVMA PLIT coverage included
Generous paid time off provisions
Employee pet care discounts
Structured leadership and mentorship development support
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Worksite address
streamwood, IL, 60107, US
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