Medical Director

Join us as a Medical Director, DVM at VCA All Pets Animal Hospital in Lockport, IL and you’ll quickly discover that you’re well supported by world‑class medicine, technology, facilities, and a talented team. You’ll be empowered to do your best work with a team you can count on. At VCA, the future of veterinary medicine is in our hands. Why Join Our Team? Well‑Established & Growing: VCA All Pets has proudly served the Lockport community for over 30 years and is dedicated to progressive, high‑quality medicine in a supportive and friendly environment. Located just 30 miles southwest of downtown Chicago along the historic Illinois and Michigan Canal, Lockport offers a picturesque small‑town feel with city access. Explore 38 parks, a thriving park district, and a charming downtown with museums, boutique shops, and top‑notch dining. Lockport is conveniently connected to Chicago via Metra’s heritage corridor, making it a great place to live and work. Spacious & Well‑Equipped Facility: Our 12,000 sq. ft. hospital offers spacious exam rooms, an updated treatment area, surgery suite, dedicated dental area, digital radiography, ultrasound, a full pharmacy, therapeutic laser, roomy boarding accommodations, and daycare. Encouragement for Growth: We welcome our doctors to pursue their individual interests, offering support for new learning and personal goals in veterinary medicine. Experienced Support Staff: Enjoy a team‑oriented environment with highly trained and skilled support staff. Work-Life Balance: Doctors have a set schedule, manageable workload, and 30‑minute appointments with a dedicated surgery day. Our clinic hours allow for a predictable and balanced work and home life. Schedule Hospital Hours: Open six days a week with a set schedule and no on‑call hours, enabling a stable and balanced routine. Cases Primarily small animal general practice, providing progressive medical, dental, and surgical care in a collaborative setting. Who we look for People obsessed with pets and their care Dedicated experts who want to provide world‑class medicine Collaborators who enjoy teaching others and working as a team Curious lifelong learners who want to grow and thrive for a dynamic and fulfilling career Empathetic partners who develop strong client and Associate relationships built on trust Total Rewards As a VCA Associate, eligible full‑time employees will be rewarded with a comprehensive package, including: Compensation Salary is negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities and other relevant credentials. The annual salary range for this position is $115K - $130K. The salary range listed is based on a 40‑hour work week. This position may also be eligible for other variable pay programs. Health & Well‑being Innovative Associate health and well‑being resources (Headspace app, Fidelity financial wellness tool, and access to additional mental health resources including Lyra Health) 401k retirement savings plan with companymatch Health/dental/vision insurance, infertility and gender affirmation benefits Paid parental, vacation and sick leave Professional Development Continuing Education Allowance and paid Continuing Education Days WOOF University – offering abundant CE for Doctors and the care team Opportunities to participate in a robust Clinical Studies program Qualifications A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, from an accredited university or equivalent Licensure in good standing to practice in (IL), or the ability to obtain A commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics #J-18808-Ljbffr