Veterinary Medical Director

Global Talent Partners; Carol Stream (IL); On-site; USD 149,000 - 226,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive program

Paid time off

Medical insurance

401(k) plan

Continuing education

Licensing reimbursement

Flexible scheduling

Leadership development

Job summary

Global Talent Partners seeks a Veterinary Medical Director in Carol Stream, IL to lead a collaborative veterinary team within a seven-day general practice. The role focuses on medical quality, doctor development, and client experience, with a salary up to $226,000 per year.

Responsibilities include onboarding, training, regulatory compliance, and implementing growth strategies across assigned clinics. Licensure in Illinois and DEA eligibility are required.

Qualifications

• DVM or VMD degree from an accredited institution.
• Active Illinois veterinary license (or ability to obtain promptly).
• DEA registration eligibility and knowledge of controlled substance regulations.
• Authorization to work in the United States.
• Proven clinical experience in small animal practice, including routine surgery and dentistry; leadership/mentoring preferred.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills; proficiency in digital medical records and imaging.
• Ability to travel among clinics; some weekends may be required for seven-day operation.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and retain associate veterinarians; development planning.
• Partner with practice management to meet clinical quality and operational goals.
• Oversee onboarding and training for newly hired veterinarians (clinical, surgical, dental).
• Ensure regulatory compliance and medical record reviews; radiation safety adherence.
• Support recruiting and represent clinics within the veterinary community.
• Develop technician and assistant skills; implement targeted training plans.
• Promote preventive care and client education; address escalated concerns.
• Manage medical equipment needs with leadership.
• Provide direct patient care in general practice, routine surgery, and dentistry.

Skills

Leadership

Small animal medicine

Dentistry

Surgery

Communication

Education

DVM or VMD degree

Tools

Digital radiography

In-house lab

Job description

Veterinary Medical Director

J889313 Carol Stream Illinois USD149K- USD226K / Year

Lead a collaborative veterinary team in Carol Stream as Area Chief of Staff, shaping patient care and doctor development across a thriving general practice group. Salary up to $226,000.

The Hospital

This busy, seven-day general practice is located within a high-traffic pet retail environment, providing steady wellness caseloads and exceptional client accessibility. The clinic operates with a team-based model that includes veterinarians, credentialed veterinary technicians, veterinary assistants, and client service coordinators, fostering a supportive and efficient workflow. On-site capabilities include digital radiography, dental x-ray, in-house laboratory diagnostics, an in-house pharmacy, and a general surgery suite to support comprehensive preventive care, dentistry, and routine surgical procedures. The culture emphasizes collaboration, structured onboarding and coaching, flexible scheduling, and ongoing professional development.

Location

Based in Carol Stream, a well-connected DuPage County suburb with quick access to O Hare and the greater Chicago area, this location blends convenience with community. Residents enjoy strong schools, a robust local economy, and abundant parks and recreation.

• Easy access to O Hare International Airport, roughly 20 to 25 miles away, and convenient links to Chicago and regional hubs.
• Community of about 39,900 residents, offering a suburban feel with full services and amenities.
• Strong local demographics, including a high median household income and a well-educated workforce.
• Ongoing growth in logistics and industrial sectors, adding economic momentum and regional opportunity.
• Highly regarded K-12 options via Community Consolidated School District 93 and Glenbard Township High School District 87, including Glenbard North High School.
• Parks and recreation highlights such as Coral Cove Water Park, Fountain View Recreation and Fitness Center, Glendale Lakes Golf Club, disc golf and pickleball courts, a bark park, and community gardens.
• Nearby nature in DuPage County forest preserves and Springbrook Prairie for hiking, biking, and birding.
• Diverse retail and dining choices across Carol Stream and neighboring suburbs.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with production incentive opportunity
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid continuing education with dedicated CE time
• Professional liability coverage
• State licensing and DEA fee reimbursement
• Employee assistance and wellness resources
• Flexible scheduling within a seven-day operation
• Structured onboarding, coaching, and clear career pathways, including leadership development

The Role

Full-time leadership position overseeing medical quality, doctor development, and client experience across assigned local clinics.

• Lead, coach, and retain associate veterinarians; conduct regular check-ins and development planning to support growth and performance
• Partner with practice management to meet clinical quality and operational goals while maintaining a culture of teamwork and accountability
• Oversee onboarding and experiential training for newly hired veterinarians, including clinical, surgical, and dental skill development
• Serve as the responsible veterinarian for applicable permits as needed; ensure compliant controlled substance management, including oversight for relief doctors
• Ensure regulatory compliance and clinical excellence through medical record reviews, patient safety evaluations, and adherence to local, state, and federal guidelines, including radiation safety
• Support recruiting efforts and represent the clinics within the local veterinary community; deliver a positive experience to externs and candidates during clinic visits
• Validate and develop technical skills among veterinary technicians and assistants; implement targeted training plans
• Promote preventive care and client education; help resolve escalated client concerns related to standards of care
• Manage medical equipment needs and maintenance requests in collaboration with leadership
• Provide direct patient care in general practice, routine surgery, and dentistry as part of the clinical schedule

Requirements

• DVM or VMD degree from an accredited institution
• Active Illinois veterinary license (or ability to obtain promptly)
• Eligibility for DEA registration and thorough knowledge of controlled substance regulations
• Authorization to work in the United States
• Proven clinical experience in small animal practice, including routine surgery and dentistry; prior leadership or mentoring experience preferred
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with proficiency in digital medical records and imaging
• Ability to travel among assigned local clinics as needed; availability for a schedule that may include some weekends due to seven-day operations