Medical Director

AzVMA; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership stipend

Signing bonus

Relocation assistance

401(k) with employer match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

CE allowance

PTO

License/DEA reimbursement

AVMA PLIT coverage

Employee pet discounts

Job summary

Lincoln Square Animal Hospital in Chicago, IL, seeks a Medical Director to lead a four-doctor DVM team and elevate medical mentorship across the hospital. You will guide clinical care, oversee complex cases, and supervise surgeries while fostering strong client and staff relationships.

The role offers a competitive salary with a leadership stipend, signing bonus, relocation assistance, and a robust benefits package including 401(k) with employer match, medical/dental/vision, CE allowance, PTO,

Qualifications

• Licensed (or eligible) DVM in Illinois with 4+ years experience.
• Strong communicator with a passion for team development.
• Committed to practicing gold-standard medicine and leading a hospital.
• Desire to lead in an urban, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership and mentorship for a 4-DVM team.
• Collaborate with support staff to uphold high standards of care.
• Manage complex medical cases and perform routine surgeries.
• Build lasting relationships with clients and team members.

Skills

Leadership

Team development

Communication

Clinical leadership

Education

DVM License

Job description

Medical Director | Newly Renovated Practice | Chicago, IL

Looking to lead a high-performing team in the heart of Chicago? Lincoln Square Animal Hospital is seeking a full-time Medical Director to help grow our newly remodeled, four-doctor practice on the city's vibrant North Side. If you're a collaborative leader ready to elevate both medicine and mentorship, we want to hear from you.

About Us

• Modernized facility located near Welles Park and the Western Brown Line
• Longstanding clientele who value high-quality, compassionate care
• Full in-house lab, digital radiography, and well-trained support team
• Convenient free parking and easy access from multiple neighborhoods

What You'll Do

• Provide clinical leadership and mentorship for a 4-DVM team
• Collaborate with support staff to uphold high standards of care
• Manage complex medical cases and perform routine surgeries
• Build lasting relationships with both clients and team members

Requirements

• Licensed (or eligible) DVM in Illinois with 4+ years of experience
• Strong communicator with a passion for team development
• Committed to practicing gold-standard medicine
• Excited to lead in a supportive, modern, and urban environment

Benefits & Compensation

• Competitive salary with leadership stipend and signing bonus
• Relocation assistance and 401(k) with employer match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with shared premiums
• CE allowance, PTO, license/DEA/membership reimbursement
• AVMA PLIT coverage and employee pet discounts