Medical Director Veterinarian

Pine Bluff Animal Hospital is seeking a Medical Director Veterinarian!

What to Expect:

• Salary: Base salary of $140-$170,000 + production bonus (negotiable depending on experience)


• Sign-on Bonus: $75,000


• Hospital equity gift: after 1 year of employment, in addition, future buy-in opportunities are available


• Schedule: open to full-time or part-time, flexible options


• Address: 7995 Pine Bluff Rd, Morris, Illinois 60450

Hours of Operation: 

• Monday through Friday: 8:00 am - 5:30 pm


• Saturday: 8:00 am - 12:00 pm


• Sunday: Closed

As you join our mission to provide first-rate pet care in a comforting, welcoming atmosphere, expect to be supported in your work and personal life with:

• Excellent Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a flexible schedule with both part-time and full-time options, including scheduled lunch breaks/block-offs, no weekends, after-hours, or on-call shifts.


• 3:1 tech: Doctor ratio – abundant support to practice high-quality medicine among robust and knowledgeable support staff.


• Comprehensive benefits package: health, dental, and vision coverage, along with retirement plans. Plus, take advantage of sign-on and retention bonuses, relocation assistance, pet care discounts, a uniform allowance, a CE allowance, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). We also cover your professional dues, license fees, and AVMA-PLIT insurance!


• Continuing Education & Professional Development: We encourage continuous learning and support each team member to pursue their unique interests by offering unlimited CE opportunities and professional growth opportunities.


• Partnership opportunities: Take your career to the next level with our equity partnership model, giving you the opportunity to gain ownership benefits while maintaining full clinical autonomy.

About Us:

Since 1975, Pine Bluff Animal Hospital has been a trusted name in veterinary care in Morris, Illinois. As an AAHA-accredited, full-service hospital, we are committed to providing exceptional care for dogs, cats, and exotic pets of all ages and breeds. Our modern facility is outfitted with advanced technology to deliver the highest standard of care. We offer comprehensive services including wellness exams, vaccinations, dental care, diagnostics, laser therapy, and both routine and complex surgical procedures—ranging from spays and neuters to orthopedic surgeries and laparoscopic-assisted gastropexy.

We have developed a strong partnership with Great Dane breeders, handlers, and rescue groups, which gives us extensive experience managing torsion cases and performing preventative gastropexy surgeries. Dr. Brian Schmidt is especially skilled in minimally invasive laparoscopic-assisted gastropexy, helping protect at-risk breeds from life-threatening conditions.

Pine Bluff Animal Hospital is also proud to be a certified PennHip provider. This innovative, non-invasive radiographic technique allows us to evaluate hip joint laxity in dogs as young as four months old. Our facility includes an IDEXX in-house lab, digital radiography, ultrasound, and electrocardiogram (EKG) capabilities—ensuring prompt, precise diagnostics and treatment for every patient.

Primary Medical Director Responsibilities:

Leading Medical Care

• Establish medical standards for the practice, including protocols for wellness care, anesthesia, surgery, diagnostics, pain management, dental care, and recordkeeping.


• Lead the clinical team to ensure consistent, high-quality patient and client care.


• Oversee accurate and timely medical records and charge capture.


• Identify and implement new clinical services in collaboration with leadership.


• Ensure excellent client service and communication.

Leading Staff and Practice 

• Assist in hiring and onboarding veterinarians and technicians.


• Support training, continuing education, and mentorship.


• Contribute to strategic planning, budgeting, and financial performance.


• Ensure regulatory compliance and effective team management.


• Lead and participate in team meetings and practice initiatives.


• Supervision & Coaching: Mentor and evaluate associate veterinarians, conduct regular case reviews and foster professional development.


• Promote a collaborative and innovative culture.

Financial Oversight

• Drive revenue growth and manage expenses.


• Help develop annual plans and budgets.


• Monitor financial performance and support marketing efforts.


• Encourage community involvement and patient growth.

Requirements:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, or equivalent, from an accredited university


• Licensure in good standing


• Strong medical, communication, and leadership skills.


• Proven ability to manage people, delegate tasks, and drive results.

We’d love to chat with you about our clinic and the community we serve. Connect with us today—we can’t wait to meet you! Check out our Website & Facebook

We are dedicated to establishing a culture that celebrates all forms of diversity and allows us to be an inclusive service provider in this community.

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