Medical Director Veterinarian

Brown Animal Hospital

Peoria, IL

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Coaching, Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Customer Experience, Customer Relations, Dental Insurance, Dentistry, Healthcare Quality, Hospital, Internal Medicine, Leadership, Medicine, Mentoring, Operational Support, Patient Care, Preventive Medicine, Quality of Care, Sales Management, Standards of Care, Strategic Planning, Team Building, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Veterinary Hospital, Veterinary Medicine, Vision Plan

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Peoria, IL

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1 day ago

Medical Director Veterinarian

Brown Animal Hospital Peoria, Illinois

Lead with Purpose. Practice Surgery. Grow a Thriving Hospital.

Brown Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced and collaborative Medical Director Veterinarian to lead our AAHA-accredited small animal practice in Peoria, Illinois. This is an exciting opportunity for a veterinarian who enjoys surgery, mentoring others, practicing high-quality medicine, and helping grow a well-established hospital.

We're looking for a leader with a growth mindset, someone who is passionate about building strong client relationships, developing team members, expanding medical and surgical services, and creating an exceptional experience for both clients and patients.

As Medical Director, you'll partner closely with hospital leadership to guide the medical direction of the practice while continuing to practice medicine alongside a collaborative and supportive team.

About Brown Animal Hospital

Brown Animal Hospital is a full-service, AAHA-accredited companion animal practice serving the Peoria community for decades. Our hospital provides comprehensive wellness care, diagnostics, surgery, dentistry, internal medicine, and preventive care while fostering a positive, team-oriented culture centered around exceptional patient care.

We believe in continuous learning, collaboration, and providing our doctors with the resources and autonomy needed to practice their best medicine.

What You'll Do

Provide medical leadership while maintaining an active clinical caseload
Perform routine and advanced soft tissue surgeries
Mentor and support associate veterinarians and support staff
Promote medical excellence and uphold standards of patient care
Partner with hospital leadership to support hospital growth and strategic initiatives
Foster a collaborative, positive, and high-performing culture
Build lasting relationships with clients and the surrounding community

Qualifications

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) from an accredited veterinary school
Active (or eligible) Illinois veterinary license
Previous leadership or mentorship experience preferred
Strong soft tissue surgical skills
Passion for coaching, collaboration, and team development
Growth mindset with a desire to help expand the practice
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
Commitment to progressive, evidence-based medicine

Core Competencies

Veterinary Leadership
Medical Director
Small Animal Medicine
Soft Tissue Surgery
Preventive Medicine
Veterinary Dentistry
Diagnostic Medicine
Client Communication
Team Development & Mentorship
Hospital Operations
Practice Growth
Strategic Leadership
Clinical Decision-Making
Collaboration
Medical Quality & Standards of Care

What We Offer

Up to $150,000 Base Salary (varies based on qualifications/experience)
Quarterly production bonus with no negative accrual.
Medical Director stipend
Generous sign-on bonus and relocation assistance
Flexible scheduling
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Generous PTO with rollover
Paid parental leave and bonding time
Annual CE allowance plus CE days
Leadership development opportunities
Professional development assistance
Paid professional dues and PLIT coverage
Structured mentorship and leadership support
401(k) options
Personal pet discounts
Supportive Operations and Medical Leadership teams

Why Peoria?

Peoria offers the perfect blend of affordability, outdoor recreation, and professional opportunity. With a low cost of living, vibrant riverfront, excellent parks and trails, and a welcoming community, Peoria provides an outstanding quality of life while allowing you to make a meaningful impact in a growing veterinary practice.

Join Our Team

If you're an experienced veterinarian looking for the opportunity to lead a collaborative team, perform surgery, mentor fellow doctors, and help grow a thriving AAHA-accredited practice, we'd love to connect.

Join Brown Animal Hospital and help shape the future of our hospital while making a lasting impact on pets, clients, your team, and the Peoria community.

Our salary ranges are primarily determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and more depending on location. You will be provided more detailed information about compensation and benefits for your specific location. Where required under applicable law, the company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and similar benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.

The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and business needs.

Medical Director Veterinarian

Brown Animal Hospital

Peoria, IL

About the Company

Brown Animal Hospital

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