Global Talent Partners is representing a full-service veterinary hospital in Lockport seeking an experienced Medical Director to take clinical leadership of a passionate, collaborative team. This role blends hands-on medicine with strategic oversight, giving you the opportunity to shape the future of the hospital while delivering exceptional patient care.
What Makes This Role Exciting:
Lead and mentor a skilled team of veterinarians and support staff
Set clinical standards and influence the hospital's culture
Practice hands-on medicine alongside leadership responsibilities
Work in a modern, well-equipped facility with advanced diagnostics, surgical, and imaging capabilities
Opportunity to implement innovative programs and elevate patient care
Compensation & Benefits:
$160,000$180,000 base salary + production & performance-based incentives
Signing and relocation packages available
Generous PTO and paid parental leave
CE allowance and protected CE time
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid licenses, DEA, and professional liability coverage
Pet care discounts and team recognition programs
Emotional wellness support
Key Responsibilities:
Provide clinical leadership and oversight of all veterinary care
Mentor and support veterinarians and staff for professional growth
Develop, maintain, and monitor hospital protocols and quality standards
Collaborate with regional leadership to drive strategy and operational excellence
Balance administrative leadership with hands-on patient care
You're a Great Fit If:
DVM/VMD from an accredited institution with current state licensure
Strong leadership, mentorship, and team-building experience
Passionate about high-quality, client-focused veterinary care
Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Why Lockport, IL:
Charming suburban community with a small-town feel and big-city amenities nearby
Excellent schools, parks, and recreational opportunities
Easy access to downtown Chicago for culture, dining, and events
Affordable cost of living with a welcoming, family-friendly community
Lead a team, shape a hospital, and elevate patient careapply today!
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Numbers & Facts
Location
Lockport, IL
Salary
$160,000–$180,000 Per Year
Skills
Animal Careunmatched
Clinical Monitoringunmatched
Clinical Practices/Protocolsunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Compensation and Benefitsunmatched
Customer Relationsunmatched
Dental Insuranceunmatched
Hospitalunmatched
Leadershipunmatched
Medicineunmatched
Mentoringunmatched
Operational Strategyunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Patient Careunmatched
Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
Quality Metricsunmatched
Team Lead/Managerunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
United States Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA)unmatched
Veterinary Hospitalunmatched
Veterinary Medicineunmatched
Vision Planunmatched
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