Medical Director

Veterinarian, Medical Director

Full-Time

Chicago, Illinois

$50k bonus and $10k in relocation assistance available!

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 hospital towards excellence in patient and client care, while supporting staff development.

Your Pet's Wellness is a small but well-equipped practice with a devoted and highly skilled staff. Some of our in‑house tools include digital radiographs, digital dental radiographs, high‑speed dental unit, ultrasound, in‑house labs including CBC and chemistry and state‑of‑the‑art anesthetic monitoring equipment. We have a passion for teamwork and supporting an emotionally intelligent atmosphere.

Location:
One of the city's trendiest neighborhoods

2319 N. Damen Ave. Chicago, IL 6064

Bucktown, a vibrant neighborhood at the eastern edge of Logan Square, is bordered by the North Branch of the Chicago River to the east, Bloomingdale Avenue to the south, Diversey Parkway to the north, and Western Avenue to the west. With the Kennedy Expressway (I-94) weaving through the area, residents enjoy quick and easy access to all that Chicagoland has to offer.

While Damen Avenue serves as the main thoroughfare, you’ll find a variety of charming spots along Diversey Parkway, Fullerton, and Armitage Avenues (running east‑west) as well as Elston and Milwaukee Avenues (stretching north‑south). This delightful setup creates a wealth of shopping, dining, and entertainment options right at your doorstep! Plus, the Bloomington Trail, affectionately known as “The 606,” at the southern boundary, invites you to explore a multitude of activities, both indoors and outdoors.

As the head of your hospital, you’ll have the guidance and resources to excel as a leader. This includes access to a Medical Initiatives Committee to become stronger and more equipped to develop your practice.

• Competitive compensation
• Medical Director Stipend
• Opportunities for growth in dentistry, ophthalmology, dermatology, rehab, surgery, and more!
• Comprehensive health benefits
• 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
• 401(k) match
• Pet perks and veterinary service discounts
• Student loan management tools and assistance
• Sign‑on bonus and relocation assistance available

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.

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. The actual salary offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Base Salary Range‑ $160k‑$175k

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.

Join us where #We Thrive Together . We provide customizable professional development opportunities, a supportive work environment that values work‑life rhythms, and 24/7 mental health support.

• 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.