Medical Director Veterinarian | Arlington Heights, IL

Lead an Advanced Hospital — And Keep Practicing the Medicine You Love A $125,000 signing bonus, a leadership role at a progressive hospital with CT, laparoscopy, and full rehab capabilities — and an active clinical caseload so you never leave the medicine behind. If you want real influence and the tools to practice at the top of your game, this is it. CareVet of Arlington Heights is looking for a Medical Director to help shape the clinical direction and continued growth of an established, progressive multi-DVM hospital — while continuing to see patients and practice in your areas of interest. Why This Role Stands Out $125,000 signing bonus package Advanced medicine — CT, ultrasound, laparoscopy, LigaSure, and a full rehab suite Lead an experienced multi-DVM team while keeping an active clinical caseload Strong operational support — so you lead medicine and people, not paperwork A real voice in the hospital's direction and its next chapter Predictable scheduling and work-life balance Lead While Continuing to Practice This is a clinical leadership opportunity for a veterinarian who wants to make an impact without stepping away from patient care. As Medical Director, you'll be a trusted clinical resource for the team while partnering with hospital and operational leadership on the practice's continued success. You’ll have the opportunity to: Provide clinical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to fellow veterinarians Help maintain high standards for patient care and medical quality Support doctor development and continued clinical growth Foster a collaborative, accountable team culture Identify opportunities to strengthen hospital workflows and patient care Partner with hospital leadership on goals and growth Continue seeing patients and practicing in your areas of interest Strong operational support is already in place, so you can focus your leadership on medicine and people rather than administrative overload. An Established Hospital Built for Progressive Medicine CareVet of Arlington Heights is a long-standing, multi-doctor practice with the technology, team, and resources to manage cases well beyond routine general practice. Our doctors collaborate on cases, use advanced diagnostics, and have the freedom to pursue their individual clinical interests — all backed by the knowledge and experience of the larger team. We value: Collaborative medicine and thorough diagnostics Strong doctor-to-doctor communication and clinical autonomy Mentorship and professional development Excellent technician utilization Predictable scheduling and work-life balance As Medical Director, you'll build on that foundation and help guide the hospital into its next chapter. Advanced Medical Capabilities You’ll have access to an impressive range of diagnostic, surgical, and treatment capabilities: CT scanner Ultrasound Laparoscopy LigaSure and electrocautery Fully equipped surgical suite Complete in-house laboratory Digital dental suite Rehabilitation services further expand the care you can offer, including: Therapy pool Underwater treadmill Laser therapy Electronic stimulation therapy The hospital also features dual reception areas for efficient client flow and a drive-through pharmacy. Who We're Looking For An experienced veterinarian excited to influence medicine, support other doctors, and help an established hospital keep growing. You could be a great fit if you: Are ready to step into leadership — or continue growing as an established Medical Director Enjoy mentoring and developing other veterinarians Lead collaboratively and value your team's input Are committed to high-quality, progressive medicine Enjoy surgery, diagnostics, advanced case management, or another clinical interest Want a meaningful voice in hospital direction Value work-life balance while still wanting to make an impact Previous Medical Director experience is welcome but not required — strong experienced veterinarians ready to take the next step into leadership are encouraged to apply. Why You’ll Love Arlington Heights About 25 miles northwest of downtown Chicago, Arlington Heights blends big-city convenience with the space and community of the suburbs. You’ll enjoy: Restaurants, shopping, and entertainment Easy Metra access to downtown Chicago Close proximity to O'Hare International Airport Parks, golf courses, and forest preserves Established neighborhoods and community amenities What You’ll Get Competitive six-figure base salary plus production No negative accrual 1:1 personalized career coaching Lucrative bonus packages Flexible scheduling "True" paid time off (base and production) Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with company match 100% paid life and disability insurance Generous pet care perks Access to a financial planning platform Employee Assistance Program Paid time and allowance for professional development Access to our doctor vacation program And more — check out our Ultimate CarePackage About CareVet CareVet is a network of best-in-class veterinary hospitals united by one mission: to provide the very best care for our pets and our team members. Our approach is built on five things we take seriously — practice legacy, team, veterinarians, patients, and community. #J-18808-Ljbffr NCVMA