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Crete, Illinois

General Practice Care - Medical Director - Crete, IL

Veterinary MedicineIncludes callFull-Time

Listed compensation

$100K - $200K

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Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
Includes call
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 1mo ago · Verified live

Job Description

General Practice Care - Medical Director - Crete, {State_Code}

An exceptional veterinary hospital, with a dedicated team, is seeking an experienced Medical Director to provide leadership, oversee medical operations, and ensure superior patient and client care to members of its community. The ideal leader for this hospital is a veterinarian who is prepared to manage a team of doctors and medical staff, and successfully oversee the clinical direction of the practice.

This hospital is open to considering experienced veterinarians who are prepared to take on a senior leadership role, overseeing medical operations and working collaboratively with the practice manager.

Credentials & Qualifications That Are Required

Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree (VMD) from an AVMA accredited college or university.

  • Active state license in good standing, or currently pursuing licensure.
  • Current DEA license in good standing, or willing to obtain.
  • A commitment to veterinary excellence and upholding the Principles of Veterinary Medical Ethics.
  • Proven leadership experience, typically overseeing medical operations.
  • Qualities & Skills That Are Appreciated
  • Being supportive, inclusive, a strong communicator, and constantly curious.
  • Empathy and the ability to navigate difficult cases with sensitivity.
  • Providing leadership and mentorship to all veterinary staff.
  • Excitement for learning, collaborating, and growing.
  • Courage to seek out new challenges and experiences.
  • Devotion to patient care, client care, clinical excellence, and professional development.
  • Self-motivation, efficiency, creativity, confidence, and determination.
  • Love for, and a dedication to veterinary medicine.

Total Rewards Created With Intention

Below is an overview of rewards and benefits that our partners may offer, but the specific details surrounding each hospital’s total rewards package will be provided by the hiring manager during each interview process.

  • A customized and comprehensive compensation package, that’s tailored to you!
  • The potential for a sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, and student loan repayment options.
  • A selection of Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability insurance plans, to fit your needs.

Company covered Professional Liability Insurance, state and DEA licensure, accreditations and memberships, and more!

  • Paid PTO and Parental Leave, because self-care and family time is a priority!
  • Retirement plans that provide a company match, so you’re not alone in planning for your future.
  • Discounted veterinary care, so your personal pets are taken care of too!
  • Annual allowance for professional development and continued learning.
  • If this sounds like an opportunity that interests you, we welcome you to apply!

Not quite ready to apply, or maybe you have some questions? We understand!

Reach out to us at: blake@usvta.com and he'll be happy to either connect with you directly, or connect you with one of our Talent Partners, within 48 hours.

All are welcome. USVTA is committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment for all. We will always provide a fair and equal interview and recruiting process to all applicants and candidates. All decisions made during our interview and recruiting process are based solely on an applicant’s or candidate’s qualifications, training, experience, and abilities. We will never discriminate against an applicant or candidate for any reason, including, but not limited to, based on race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, uniformed service member status, pregnancy, or genetic information.

Key Responsibilities

The Medical Director will provide leadership to the veterinary team and oversee all medical operations at the hospital. They are responsible for ensuring superior patient and client care while collaborating with the practice manager to maintain clinical excellence.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) from an AVMA accredited institution and possess an active state license. Proven leadership experience in overseeing medical operations is required for this senior role.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
5+ years of experience

Key Skills

Medical leadershipTeam managementClinical operationsCommunicationStrategic planningProblem solvingClient relations

Veterinary Medicine — Physician Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$150k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $150k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Work-life snapshot

1.5/ 10
Listing-based score
  • Includes call

Living in Crete

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$286k
Median resident rent
$1,309/mo
Residents’ average commute
38 min
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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Benefits & Perks

Sign-on bonus potential
Relocation assistance
Student loan repayment options
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability insurance
Professional Liability Insurance
Paid PTO and Parental Leave
Retirement plans with company match
Discounted veterinary care