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We’re seeking an experienced Regional Medical Director to provide medical leadership and clinical support to two of our Southern Illinois practices:
Lakeside Veterinary Hospital – Carbondale, IL
Central Hospital for Animals – Herrin, IL
This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for an experienced veterinarian who wants to continue practicing medicine while taking on a larger role in mentoring doctors, strengthening clinical teams, and helping shape the future of both hospitals.
The Regional Medical Director will partner closely with hospital and regional leadership to support medical excellence, doctor development, and continued growth across both practices.
For the right veterinarian, this opportunity also includes a pathway to partnership/ownership at both hospitals, offering the ability to make a long-term impact while sharing in the success of the practices.
What You’ll Do
Provide medical leadership and support across both hospital teams
Continue practicing clinical medicine while serving as a trusted resource for fellow veterinarians
Mentor and develop associate veterinarians, including early-career DVMs
Support clinical growth in areas such as surgery, diagnostics, case management, and overall quality of medicine
Partner with practice and regional leadership to identify opportunities for continued hospital growth
Foster a collaborative, positive, and high-performing culture
Help drive consistency in quality of care while respecting the individuality and medical autonomy of each hospital
Support doctor engagement, development, and retention across both practices
What We Offer
Partnership/Ownership Opportunities at Both Practices
Additional Medical Director compensation may apply
Production-based earning potential
Flexible scheduling
Medical autonomy
Comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, liability coverage, 401(k), life and supplemental insurance
Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
Employee Assistance Program
Personal pet care discounts
DVM Mentor Network
Paid CE allowance and professional dues
Current Illinois veterinary license or ability to obtain
5+ years of clinical experience as a veterinarian preferred
Strong clinical and surgical skills with confidence in general practice medicine
Previous leadership or mentorship experience strongly preferred
Natural leader who enjoys teaching, coaching, and developing other veterinarians
Highly organized with the ability to balance clinical and leadership responsibilities
Collaborative approach to working with both medical and operational leadership
Interest in long-term partnership and helping grow two established veterinary practices
Employment type
Full-time
Work arrangement
No
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