Job Description: Our client is seeking a Small Animal Medical Director Veterinarian to take ownership of clinical standards while continuing to practice hands-on medicine within a busy companion animal setting. The role combines senior case responsibility with the development of associate veterinarians, giving the successful candidate the opportunity to influence both patient care and the confidence of the wider clinical team.
Beyond day-to-day medicine, this position carries responsibility for doctor development, clinical consistency and close collaboration with the Practice Manager. The successful veterinarian will lead regular discussions around best practice, support mentorship and externship activity, and contribute to operational planning while maintaining a strong focus on client service and medical quality.
Qualifications Needed:
- DVM degree with an active Illinois veterinary licence in good standing
- At least two years of practical clinical experience
- Strong mentoring ability with a supportive and accountable leadership style
- Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
- Interest in developing confidence across hospital operations and financial performance
In this position, your responsibilities will include:
- Coach associate veterinarians around clinical performance and individual development goals
- Lead regular doctor meetings covering medical standards, new services and case quality
- Maintain your own clinical caseload while modelling efficient, high-standard medicine
- Work alongside the Practice Manager on planning, compliance and hospital performance
- Support externship, mentorship and veterinarian development initiatives
Package:
- Access to more than 50 hours of RACE-approved education across multiple clinical disciplines
- Monthly production bonus with no negative accrual
- Professional liability coverage, licence costs and professional dues paid
- Dedicated leadership training and structured mentorship
- Paid parental leave
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching
- Flexible scheduling with paid time off
- Health, dental, vision, life, accident and additional insurance options
- Paid continuing education with dedicated development days
- 24/7 Teladoc access
