Veterinarian, Medical Director

American College of Health Care Administrators; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary practice in Chicago is seeking a dedicated Veterinarian Medical Director to join their team. You will play a vital role in pet wellness, guiding a skilled staff while benefiting from extensive resources and a rich suite of employee support options. This opportunity includes a competitive salary, hiring bonus, relocation assistance, and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Mental health resources, including 24/7 access to Lyra Health

Employer-sponsored childcare and elder care

Paid parental and purr-ental leave

401(k) match

Student loan management tools and assistance

Pet perks and veterinary service discounts

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid state veterinary board license.
• Active DEA license or eligible for licensure required.
• Experience in veterinary practices is essential.

Responsibilities

• Head of the hospital, providing care and leadership.
• Deliver comprehensive veterinary care across a range of services.
• Support the practice with mentorship and medical initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Veterinary Care

Teamwork

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM / VMD)

Job description

Veterinarian, Medical Director

Full-Time

Chicago, Illinois

$50k Hiring Bonus Plus $10k relocation assistance!

About You

You'll get to know the family and care for the pet year after year. From delivering reliable care, to preventative visits, to being the first one they call when something just feels wrong.

Experience & Skills Requirements

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM / VMD) or equivalent degree required.
• State Veterinary Board License and must be in good standing for the state in which they intend to be hired, prior to their start date.
• Active DEA license or DEA licensure eligible.

About The Hospital

Your Pet's Wellness is a small but well-equipped practice with a devoted and highly skilled staff. Some of our in-house tools include digital radiographs, digital dental radiographs, high-speed dental unit, ultrasound, in-house labs including CBC and chemistry, and state-of-the-art anesthetic monitoring equipment. We have a passion for teamwork and supporting an emotionally intelligent atmosphere.

We are located just North of Downtown Chicago.

2319 N. Damen Ave. Chicago, IL 6064

As the head of your hospital, you'll have the guidance and resources to excel as a leader. This includes access to a Medical Initiatives Committee to become stronger and more equipped to develop your practice.

Benefits - our care in action

Thrive offers a suite of benefits to support team members' emotional, physical, professional, and financial wellbeing. In addition to our health and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability plans, we offer eligible team members:

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive health benefits
• Mental health resources, including 24/7 access to Lyra Health
• Paid parental and purr-ental leave
• Employer-sponsored childcare and elder care
• Personalized care for every family-forming journey
• 401(k) match
• Pet perks and veterinary service discounts
• Student loan management tools and assistance

Thrive's Medical Excellence and Education Department leads training and mentorship programs designed to support and empower you with the knowledge, tools, and resources to strengthen and nurture your professional journey.

Plus, we offer rich Medical Excellence through Education programs including Meant to Thrive doctor mentorship, comprehensive RACE-accredited dental education, team and patient safety resources and guidance - and more!

Compensation is negotiable based on credentials and experience. The actual salary offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

About Thrive

Vet-founded and Austin-born, Thrive Pet Healthcare has expanded to over 380 partner hospitals nationwide, united by a mission to shape the future of pet well-being through medical excellence, innovative technology, and a connected community.

We bridge general practice, urgent care, specialty, and emergency care, and our locally rooted, nationally connected hospitals benefit from Thrive's extensive resources while maintaining their unique identities.

We believe that supporting our people is the key to helping pets thrive through every stage of life.

Join us where #WeThriveTogether. We provide customizable professional development opportunities, a supportive work environment that values work-life rhythms, and 24/7 mental health support.