Veterinary Medical Director: Lead Care & Doctor Growth

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

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.