Board-Certified Veterinary Medical Director

Brief Media, Inc.; Crystal Lake (IL); Hybrid; USD 200,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $75k

Relocation assistance

Medical, dental, vision

Job summary

PetVet Care Centers seeks a Specialty Medical Director for CASE Hospital in Crystal Lake, IL. The role leads medical standards and policy, mentors staff, and ensures high-quality care for complex cases.

Residency trained or board-certified in Emergency, Surgery, or Internal Medicine is preferred, with strong leadership potential. The position offers a 24/7 emergency and specialty caseload, competitive compensation, and an internal medicine and rehab collaborative approach.

Qualifications

• DVM or VMD degree from an accredited college or university.
• 1-year rotational internship (university or large referral practice).
• Completed a 3-year AVMA approved specialty residency.
• Board certification in chosen specialty (ABVP/CCRPM/Acupuncture not counted).

Responsibilities

• Oversee medical standards and quality of care.
• Set medical policies and foster team-based care.
• Lead hospital performance and report to Hospital Manager/Regional Director.
• Mentor veterinarians and lead interviews for new DVMs.
• Monitor KPIs and drive revenue and care quality.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Clinical skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

DVM or VMD

1-year internship

AVMA-approved 3-year residency

Board certification in specialty

Tools

On-site CT imaging

Job description

PetVet Care Centers seeks a Specialty Medical Director for CASE Hospital in Crystal Lake, IL. The role leads medical standards and policy, mentors staff, and ensures high-quality care for complex cases.

Residency trained or board-certified in Emergency, Surgery, or Internal Medicine is preferred, with strong leadership potential. The position offers a 24/7 emergency and specialty caseload, competitive compensation, and an internal medicine and rehab collaborative approach.