Head Veterinarian

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🐾 Hospital Medical Leader – Veterinarian Services (North Riverside)

Lead With Heart. Care With Purpose. Love Every Paw Along the Way.

If you believe every wag, purr, boop, and tail thump deserves world-class care—and you want to lead a team that feels the same—this is the role for you!

Join a veterinary organization that’s redefining pet wellness across the country. We’re all about helping pets live their happiest, healthiest lives while supporting the incredible humans who care for them. With a nationwide network of full-service hospitals, we’re proud to offer top-tier medicine, a collaborative culture, and an environment where your passion for animals can truly shine.

🌟 What You’ll Do (and Love!)

As our Hospital Veterinarian Medical Leader, you’ll guide the medical team, champion clinical excellence, and help create a warm, welcoming experience for pets and pet parents alike.

🐶 Leadership That Makes a Difference

• Mentor, motivate, and support a team of veterinarians who are just as pet-obsessed as you are
• Partner closely with the Hospital Office Manager for smooth, collaborative leadership
• Help onboard and develop veterinarians, nurturing growth and confidence
• Ensure medical standards, safety protocols, and compliance are always in top form
• Review hospital performance and help shape future success—both medical and operational
• Address client concerns with empathy, clarity, and a genuine love for the pets we serve

🐱 Hands-On, Heart-Forward Medical Care

• Perform full physical exams, diagnose, treat, and design preventive care for pets of all shapes and sizes
• Build thoughtful, problem-based medical plans
• Keep detailed, accurate medical records (no detail is too small for the pets we love!)
• Perform surgeries from routine to more advanced
• Provide dental care, evaluations, and extractions
• Manage hospitalized patients and coordinate seamless care transitions

🐾 Teamwork & Community

• Participate in shift rounds
• Share your knowledge to help grow the entire team’s skill set
• Maintain hospital permits, vendor relationships, and compliance standards

🎓 Qualifications We’re Excited About

• DVM (or equivalent) from an AVMA-accredited institution
• Active state veterinary license (or ability to obtain)
• 1–3+ years of clinical experience; leadership is a major plus
• DEA & Controlled Substance License (or ability to obtain)
• USDA Category I Accreditation (or willingness to complete)
• Strong communication skills and a warm, approachable personality
• A genuine passion for pets, people, teamwork, and delivering exceptional care

🐾 What It’s Like to Work Here

Expect a lively, fast-paced, full-service hospital where you’ll be on your feet, interacting with clients, teammates, and—best of all—a steady stream of furry patients. This role requires regular bending, lifting (up to 30 lbs), and lots of compassion-driven interaction.

💚 Benefits That Support You

We offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Performance incentives
• Continuing education support
• And the joy of knowing you’re making a difference every single day

Why You’ll Love It Here

If you're ready to lead with heart, lift up an amazing team, and make a meaningful impact on the lives of pets and their people, we’d love to welcome you.

Apply today and help us create a healthier, happier future—one wagging tail at a time.

At Goodwin Recruiting, we are committed to our core values and providing world class customer service. We are committed to helping our clients navigate and comply with the complex and ever-changing labor laws as well as help ensure that in every hiring decision, internally and with our client partners, that all viable candidates are considered, and the most qualified candidate is offered the role. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.

JOB ID: 168102

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Phil Fox

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