Medical Director

Sutton Road Animal Hospital Pc; Streamwood (IL); On-site; USD 130,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Relocation assistance

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

401(k) with employer match

CE stipend

PTO

Licensure reimbursement

DEA license reimbursement

AVMA PLIT coverage

EAP wellness initiatives

Pet discounts

Job summary

Sutton Road Animal Hospital Pc in Streamwood, IL is seeking a Medical Director to lead a 2-doctor small animal practice. The role balances hands-on care with leadership, mentorship, and collaboration with the Practice Manager.

The ideal candidate is a licensed DVM in Illinois (or eligible) with a DEA license in good standing and 5+ years of clinical experience, who thrives in a fast-paced hospital and champions high professional standards.

Qualifications

• DVM/VMD licensed in Illinois (or eligible).
• DEA license in good standing.
• 5+ years of clinical experience.
• Strong leadership and mentorship abilities.
• Comfortable thriving in a fast-paced hospital environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor associate veterinarians.
• Balance patient care with management and operational oversight.
• Partner with the Practice Manager to support strong business practices.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and high professional standards.
• Collaborate with Blue River Pet Care on administrative, capital, and HR matters.

Skills

Leadership

Mentorship

Clinical veterinary care

Regulatory compliance

Education

DVM/VMD licensed in Illinois

DEA license in good standing

Tools

IDEXX Lab

Job description

Medical Director | Established Community Hospital Near the City | Streamwood, ILSutton Road Animal Hospital is a full service, 2 doctor small animal practice located in Streamwood, IL. We have been a local institution for over 50 years.Established Practice: Join a well-respected, 2-doctor small animal hospital serving the Streamwood community for 50+ years.Strong Mentorship: Excellent opportunity for new grads and experienced veterinarians with surgery mentorship, weekly case rounds, CE, and a supportive learning environment.Modern Medicine: Access to ultrasound, digital radiology, dental radiology, in-house IDEXX lab, therapeutic laser, surgical monitoring, and advanced surgical capabilities.RequirementsThe RoleWe're seeking a Medical Director who is passionate about compassionate care and ready to lead. This role balances hands-on clinical work with leadership, mentorship, and collaboration.• Lead and mentor associate veterinarians• Balance patient care with management and operational oversight• Partner closely with the Practice Manager to support strong business practices• Ensure regulatory compliance and high professional standards• Collaborate with Blue River Pet Care on administrative, capital, and HR mattersIdeal Candidate• DVM/VMD licensed in Illinois (or eligible)• DEA license in good standing• 5+ years of clinical experience• Confident leader with a passion for teaching and mentorship• Comfortable thriving in a fast-paced hospital environmentBenefits & CompensationWhat We Offer• Signing bonus and relocation assistance• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability• 401(k) with employer match• CE stipend, PTO, and reimbursement of licensure, DEA, and professional dues• AVMA PLIT coverage, EAP, and personal pet discounts• In-house mentorship programs and EAP wellness initiatives