Veterinary Medical Director — Lead Clinical Excellence

American Veterinary Medical Association; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid vacation and sick leave

Competitive compensation

Job summary

VCA Ark Animal Hospital in Chicago, IL is seeking a Medical Director to lead medical direction and ensure clinical excellence across the hospital. You will mentor veterinarians and the care team, shape standards of care, and collaborate with Operations, Marketing, HR, and other partners to deliver outstanding patient care.

This is a full-time role in a supportive, modern AAHA-certified facility. Join a team dedicated to world-class medicine, continuous learning, and compassionate care.

Qualifications

• DVM degree from an accredited university.
• Illinois licensure in good standing or ability to obtain.
• Commitment to high standards of veterinary medicine.
• Interest in medical leadership and mentoring others.

Responsibilities

• Lead the hospital's medical direction and quality of care.
• Mentor veterinarians and care team.
• Collaborate with operations, marketing, HR and other partners.
• Maintain high standards of patient care and client education.

Skills

Medical leadership

Mentorship

Team collaboration

Clinical excellence

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Job description

VCA Ark Animal Hospital in Chicago, IL is seeking a Medical Director to lead medical direction and ensure clinical excellence across the hospital. You will mentor veterinarians and the care team, shape standards of care, and collaborate with Operations, Marketing, HR, and other partners to deliver outstanding patient care.

This is a full-time role in a supportive, modern AAHA-certified facility. Join a team dedicated to world-class medicine, continuous learning, and compassionate care.