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Multi-Practice Veterinarian, Medical Director

Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education, South Barrington, IL, United States


Veterinarian, Medical Director Full Time

Hoffman Estates Animal Hospital / Forest View Animal Hospital

As a key leader in our hospital, you'll drive positive changes and growth. Your influence will shape our vision, foster an exceptional culture, and maintain high standards of care. Partnering with the practice manager and leadership team, you'll develop strategies, implement improvements, and guide our hospitals toward excellence in patient and client care, while supporting staff development across both locations.

Experience & Skills Requirements

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM / VMD) or equivalent degree required.

State Veterinary Board License and must be in good standing for the state in which they intend to be hired, prior to their start date.

Active DEA license or DEA licensure eligible.

Hoffman Estates Animal Hospital and Fountain View Animal Hospital are looking for a Veterinarian Medical Director to join our teams as part of the Thrive Pet Healthcare community. You will have support, tools, and resources to elevate your skills. As hospitals deeply rooted in their local communities, you will experience the best of both worlds – a genuine local feel with the benefits of Thrive’s national resources.

About the Hospitals Hoffman Estates Animal Hospital

is a small animal practice located in South Barrington, Illinois focusing on wellness, preventative care, and more. It is a supportive and collaborative environment with a loyal client base. It is a well-established, AAHA accredited companion animal hospital located 30 miles northwest of Chicago, feline friendly and equipped with advanced diagnostics and treatment options, including digital radiography, dentistry, surgery, laser therapy, and ultrasound services.

Fountain View Animal Hospital

is a smaller, growing team that provides an opportunity for a Medical Director to have a direct impact on team development, culture, and clinical consistency. This location offers a more hands‑on leadership environment where mentorship and growth are key priorities.

Hours: Monday through Thursday 8:00 am to 6:00 pm; Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; Saturday 8:00 am to 1:00 pm.

Locations: Hoffman Estates, Schaumburg, Barrington.

Responsibilities Support and mentor veterinarians across both hospitals toward achieving medical excellence and enhancing patient care and outcomes through close collaboration with practice managers and hospital leadership. With our comprehensive support, you will be empowered to perform at your best. Utilize leadership training resources and mentorship programs to develop your skills and advance your career.

The success of your patients’ care matters to you, and your success matters to us. Our progressive compensation model includes competitive base salaries with production compensation opportunities, a Medical Director stipend, and no negative accrual.

Benefits - Our Care in Action

Competitive compensation

Medical Director stipend

401(k) with employer match

Mental health resources, including 24/7 access to Lyra Health

Paid parental and purr ental leave

Employer-sponsored childcare and elder care

Personalized care for every family forming journey

Discretionary funds and free CE courses

Pet perks and veterinary service discounts

Student loan management tools and assistance

Thrive’s Medical Excellence and Education Department leads training and mentorship programs designed to support and empower you with the knowledge, tools, and resources to strengthen and nurture your professional journey whether you’re a vet technician, doctor, or in hospital leadership at any point in your career.

Plus, we have an innovative Medical Leadership Program that equips you with essential skills in leadership, hospital operations, and medical excellence. It combines self‑paced learning, live presentations, and mentorship. With on‑demand support and 1:1 mentor buddy, we ensure our medical leaders have the support they need to excel.

Compensation negotiable based on credentials and experience with a full-time range from $160k to $175k annually, quarterly production, a Medical Director stipend, and no negative accrual. The actual salary offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

About Thrive Vet founded and Austin born, Thrive Pet Healthcare has expanded to over 380 partner hospitals nationwide, united by a mission to shape the future of pet well‑being through medical excellence, innovative technology, and a connected community.

We bridge general practice, urgent care, specialty, and emergency care, and our locally rooted, nationally connected hospitals benefit from Thrive’s extensive resources while maintaining their unique identities.

We believe that supporting our people is the key to helping pets thrive through every stage of life.

At Thrive Pet Healthcare, we are committed to creating a culture where everyone from any background can be heard, respected, and valued. We pledge to build an inclusive environment nurtured by respectful curiosity to support, encourage, and celebrate the diverse voices of our teams and the communities we serve.

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