Medical Director Veterinarian

AzVMA; Peoria (IL); Hybride; USD 90 000 - 150 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO with rollover

Parental leave

CE allowance

Leadership development

401(k)

Pet discounts

Résumé du poste

Brown Animal Hospital in Peoria, IL seeks an experienced Medical Director Veterinarian to lead a AAHA-accredited small animal practice. You will maintain an active clinical caseload while guiding medical direction and mentoring a collaborative team.

The role emphasizes growth of medical and surgical services, strong client relationships, and exceptional patient care in a supportive culture. You will partner with hospital leadership on growth initiatives and uphold high standards of care, with a

Qualifications

• DVM/VMD from an accredited veterinary school.
• Active (or eligible) Illinois veterinary license.
• Leadership or mentorship experience preferred.
• Strong soft tissue surgical skills.
• Commitment to evidence-based medicine.
• Coaching and team development mindset.

Responsabilités

• Provide medical leadership while maintaining an active clinical caseload
• Perform routine and advanced soft tissue surgeries
• Mentor and support associate veterinarians and staff
• Promote medical excellence and uphold standards of care
• Partner with leadership to support hospital growth
• Foster a collaborative, high-performing culture
• Build relationships with clients and the community

Connaissances

Soft tissue surgery

Leadership

Mentorship

Communication

Team development

Client relationships

Clinical medicine

Strategic planning

Formation

DVM/VMD

Description du poste

Medical Director Veterinarian - Brown Animal Hospital | Peoria, Illinois

Lead with Purpose. Practice Surgery. Grow a Thriving Hospital.

Brown Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced and collaborative Medical Director Veterinarian to lead our AAHA-accredited small animal practice in Peoria, Illinois. This is an exciting opportunity for a veterinarian who enjoys surgery, mentoring others, practicing high-quality medicine, and helping grow a well-established hospital.

We're looking for a leader with a growth mindset, someone who is passionate about building strong client relationships, developing team members, expanding medical and surgical services, and creating an exceptional experience for both clients and patients.

As Medical Director, you'll partner closely with hospital leadership to guide the medical direction of the practice while continuing to practice medicine alongside a collaborative and supportive team.

About Brown Animal Hospital

Brown Animal Hospital is a full-service, AAHA-accredited companion animal practice serving the Peoria community for decades. Our hospital provides comprehensive wellness care, diagnostics, surgery, dentistry, internal medicine, and preventive care while fostering a positive, team-oriented culture centered around exceptional patient care.

We believe in continuous learning, collaboration, and providing our doctors with the resources and autonomy needed to practice their best medicine.

What You’ll Do

• Provide medical leadership while maintaining an active clinical caseload
• Perform routine and advanced soft tissue surgeries
• Mentor and support associate veterinarians and support staff
• Promote medical excellence and uphold standards of patient care
• Partner with hospital leadership to support hospital growth and strategic initiatives
• Foster a collaborative, positive, and high‑performing culture
• Build lasting relationships with clients and the surrounding community

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) from an accredited veterinary school
• Active (or eligible) Illinois veterinary license
• Previous leadership or mentorship experience preferred
• Strong soft tissue surgical skills
• Passion for coaching, collaboration, and team development
• Growth mindset with a desire to help expand the practice
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills
• Commitment to progressive, evidence‑based medicine

Core Competencies

• Veterinary Leadership
• Medical Director
• Small Animal Medicine
• Soft Tissue Surgery
• Preventive Medicine
• Veterinary Dentistry
• Diagnostic Medicine
• Client Communication
• Team Development & Mentorship
• Hospital Operations
• Practice Growth
• Strategic Leadership
• Clinical Decision‑Making
• Collaboration
• Medical Quality & Standards of Care

What We Offer

• Up to $150,000 Base Salary (varies based on qualifications/experience)
• Quarterly production bonus with no negative accrual.
• Medical Director stipend
• Generous sign‑on bonus and relocation assistance
• Flexible scheduling
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous PTO with rollover
• Paid parental leave and bonding time
• Annual CE allowance plus CE days
• Leadership development opportunities
• Professional development assistance
• Paid professional dues and PLIT coverage
• Structured mentorship and leadership support
• 401(k) options
• Personal pet discounts
• Supportive Operations and Medical Leadership teams

Why Peoria?

Peoria offers the perfect blend of affordability, outdoor recreation, and professional opportunity. With a low cost of living, vibrant riverfront, excellent parks and trails, and a welcoming community, Peoria provides an outstanding quality of life while allowing you to make a meaningful impact in a growing veterinary practice.

Western Veterinary Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Western Veterinary Partners is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.