General Information Ref: 48323 Department: Veterinarian Job Site: Glendale Animal Hospital Date Published: 02-27-2026
Pay Class: Full-Time Base Min: $120,000 Base Max: $170,000
Description & Requirements
Company Overview Glendale Animal Hospital is committed to excellence in small animal care and we invite you to join our highly respected team in Glendale Heights, IL. We are proud to be AAHA Accredited reflecting our dedication to the highest standards of veterinary practice and patient safety. This commitment is recognized by the community which has given us an exceptional 4.7-star rating on Google. This is a unique opportunity for you to collaborate with passionate teammates who prioritize high-quality medicine and are focused on helping you do your best work every day. Joining Glendale Animal Hospital means becoming part of a supportive professional network dedicated entirely to your long-term success. We ensure all our teammates have the resources necessary to achieve their career goals providing structured programs and mentorship to foster growth. Whether you are aiming to become a credentialed technician, move into a leadership role, or expand your clinical skills, we provide dedicated educational investment and support to help you succeed at every stage of your veterinary journey. Our focus is exclusively on small animal medicine, allowing you to concentrate your skills where they matter most. While we practice in Glendale Heights, our affiliation provides extensive internal support, including access to internal specialty consultations and continuing education opportunities that constantly enrich your medical decision-making. You will be practicing the gold standard of care backed by an entire organization dedicated to exceptional patient outcomes, giving you the collaborative environment necessary to expand your clinical expertise.
Located in Glendale Heights, Illinois, you will find a welcoming community offering an ideal balance between comfortable suburban life and easy access to the metropolitan amenities of Chicago. This area is known for its accessible location within DuPage County, providing quality parks and excellent local amenities. If you are looking for a location that supports excellent work-life integration-providing both a dedicated professional setting and proximity to diverse dining, shopping, and entertainment-Glendale Heights provides the perfect backdrop for your next career chapter.
Job Description
Your Impact as a Medical Lead Veterinarian
As the Medical Lead Veterinarian, you are the champion of medical excellence in your hospital. You will be responsible for mentoring and developing your associate veterinarians, partnering with your Practice Manager to build a healthy and engaged team, and driving the continuous improvement of patient care and client service. This is a key leadership role where you will set the standard for clinical quality and foster a culture of collaboration and growth.
Lead and Mentor Your DVM Team
You will manage all associate veterinarians, conducting regular performance discussions, coaching them on individual development goals, including production and PCT, and fostering a culture of teamwork and retention.
Role Model Medical Excellence
You will set the example for the highest quality of medicine, client service, and efficiency while also practicing as an associate veterinarian and achieving your own production goals.
Drive Hospital Performance
In partnership with your Practice Manager, you will help develop the annual operating plan, manage hospital financial performance toward an EBITDA goal, and ensure compliance with all medical and DEA regulations.
Foster a Culture of Growth
You will lead monthly doctor meetings to discuss best practices, new services, and medical standards. You will also supervise externship and mentorship programs and champion a culture of recruitment.
Be an Ambassador
You will serve as an ambassador for your hospital and Mission Pet Health through community engagement at schools, universities, and local events.
What Youll Bring to the Team
Responsibilities and Benefits
How Youre Supported
As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the autonomy of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you as a leader, so you can focus on your team and your medicine.
Generous Compensation
A competitive annual base salary plus a monthly production bonus with no negative accrual.
Total Wellbeing
Comprehensive coverage including:
Financial Health
Leadership & Clinical Growth
The Power of a Network
Tap into a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals for collaboration, support, and to grow your interests.
Peace of Mind
About Mission Pet Health
Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 850 hospital teams on a hyper-local basis, so they can focus on what matters most-the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at missionpethealth.com.
Driving the award-winning culture are the WAG values-Work Together, Amaze, and Grow. Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led, people-focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine.
EEO Statement
Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.