Medical Director - Glenview, IL

About the Role

This Medical Director position offers a unique opportunity to lead a brand-new hospital in Glenview, IL. You will have the influence to design the setup, build your own team, and manage and grow your practice with the support and resources of Veterinarian Partners. The role provides clinical independence to shape the hospital's direction, backed by a skilled support system of operational and medical leaders, with opportunities for equity partnership.

What You'll Do

• Mentor, coach, and empower your clinical team to build their skills, confidence, and long-term careers.
• Foster a collaborative, supportive environment where both veterinarians and staff feel valued, motivated, and inspired to do their best work.
• Enjoy the clinical independence to shape your hospital's direction, backed by a skilled support system of operational and medical leaders.
• Expand your professional influence through curated Doctor Programs, collaborative peer summits, and direct access to our Medical Advisory Board.
• Provide comprehensive and compassionate care for pets and their people.
• Perform physical examinations, wellness care, and preventive medicine for dogs and cats.
• Diagnose and treat a wide range of medical conditions using evidence-based veterinary medicine.
• Develop personalized preventive healthcare and vaccination plans.
• Perform routine soft tissue surgeries and/or dental procedures.
• Partner with pet owners to educate them on treatment options, nutrition, and preventive care.

What Makes You a Great Fit

• Experienced veterinarian with 5+ years of practice, a growth mindset, and the confidence to lead, build, and shape the future of a hospital.
• Natural leader passionate about creating an environment where veterinarians and team members feel supported, empowered, challenged, and excited to do their best work.
• Entrepreneurial spirit and builder's mindset; you see opportunities, take initiative, and have the drive to turn ideas into action while balancing clinical excellence with strong business acumen.
• Passionate about attracting, hiring, developing, and retaining exceptional veterinarians and building a strong, collaborative team.
• Take ownership of hospital culture, fostering a positive, collaborative, and high-performing environment where doctors, team members, pet parents, and patients feel valued and cared for.
• Bring strong clinical judgment and attention to detail while empowering doctors to practice with clinical autonomy and maintaining high standards of medical excellence.
• Communicate with compassion and clarity, helping pet parents feel informed, supported, and confident while building lasting trust with the families you serve.
• Proactive, open to feedback, and committed to continuous learning, always looking for ways to improve the medicine, team, client experience, and overall success of the hospital.
• Excited by the opportunity to grow a multi-doctor practice, increase clinical capacity, and create greater flexibility for both veterinarians and pet parents through a strong, sustainable team model.

What We Offer

• Brand-new hospital equipped with state-of-the-art technology and the opportunity to influence the design and setup from the ground up.
• Build your own team and lead, manage, and grow your practice with the support, resources, and security of Veterinarian Partners.
• Competitive compensation package with a base salary of $150,000 (based on your mutually agreed-upon schedule), $25,000 Medical Director stipend, plus prosal.
• Opportunity to be an equity partner and directly benefit from the growth and success of all VP hospitals.
• Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Generous paid time off aligned with work-life balance priorities.
• $2,400 Annual Lifestyle Benefit to support your personal or professional passions.
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential support and access to expert resources to help you navigate every season of life, personally and professionally.
• Robust professional development opportunities, including structured mentorship, clinical pathways, and doctor leadership programs.
• Continuing education support: CE allowance, dedicated CE days, and paid AVMA membership, state licensure, and DEA registration.