Residential Care Medical Director jobs in Des Plaines, IL

Sploot Veterinary Care is introducing a brand new approach to veterinary care in the form of Urgent & Primary Care Clinics, and we’re looking for a ROCKSTAR Clinical Medical Director to join our team, and help us provide the ABSOLUTE BEST medical care to our patients.  

Sploot believes that every pet deserves high quality veterinary care whenever and wherever they need it. Whether it’s a routine visit or something that “just happened and can’t wait”, we’re there for pets and their parents. 

We know that great treatment must start with a happy and thriving team, and that’s the reason we created a supportive, healthy, and balanced environment that enables veterinary professionals to thrive in and out of the clinic. Sploot genuinely values a collaborative culture and work/life balance.

Sploot has the following brand new and state-of-the-art clinics open in the Chicago metro area:

* Logan Square

* Roscoe Village

* Lincoln Park (opening summer 2024!)

* Additional new clinics coming include Forest Park, Wheaton, Naperville, West Loop, Northbrook and Andersonville!

What you’ll do as a Clinical Medical Director: 

* Provide pet parents a positive and supportive experience to ensure they know their furry friends are being taken care of

* Lead the Medical Operations of a designated clinic and act as the Lead DVM on the clinic’s floor

* Support the development of our medical procedures and standards of care across the network

* Act as the Lead DVM on the clinic’s floor 

* Actively participate in hiring and training of new team members

* Mentor, coach and empower the clinic team to deliver the best care possible to our pets and their parents

* Experience a diverse caseload ranging from GP to Urgent Care patients

* Embrace and spread the Sploot culture with our core values centered in all you do 

Who you are:

* You have a DVM / VMD degree with an Illinois state veterinary license in good standing 

* You have at least 5 years of experience in general medicine and / or surgery

* You have successfully led veterinary teams in the past

* You’re excited about working with a team that is introducing a brand new approach to veterinary care and offering pets the best care possible whenever they need it

* You are effective at managing multiple tasks simultaneously including delegation, prioritization, and taking responsibility

* You’re passionate about providing the best possible pet care, always striving to be a better doctor and to help the team and clinic grow in capability and care

* You’re a collaborative team player, who thrives in fast-paced environments and prioritizes a great work culture 

What Really Catches Our Eye:

* Previous experience in emergency medicine, urgent care and dental procedures

* An entrepreneurial mindset 

* Previous experience launching a new veterinary clinic 

What Sploot will provide you**: 

* Competitive base salary with a total compensation package ranging from $145,000 - $200,000

* Sign-on bonus and relocation package

* Performance bonus

* 401(k) Retirement with company match

* Employee Assistance Program

* Health, Dental, Vision insurance fully covered by Sploot

* Health Savings Account available

* Generous pet care benefits for your fur babies

* 4 weeks of Paid Time Off (“PTO”)

* 10 weeks paid parental leave

* Unlimited CE funds and up to $2,000 annually in CE travel reimbursement

* Full reimbursement for DVM licensure and industry membership fees

* Professional liability insurance

* Free Sploot branded FIGS scrubs to ensure you are comfortable and looking professional

* Unlimited Food & Snacks during shifts

* Team events and other local social activities 

* Lots of Sploot swag - what can we say? Our logo looks really cool on stuff! 

** For qualified candidates; benefits may vary based on experience

According to Illinois state law, our company practices continuous hiring, ensuring equal opportunity employment and ongoing consideration for qualified candidates. We welcome applications year-round and are committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce.