Veterinarian - Future Practice Partner

Downtown Chicago | Small Animal GP | Ownership Opportunity

A rare opportunity for an experienced Veterinarian to step into a long-term leadership and ownership track at a thriving small-animal practice in the heart of downtown Chicago.

Two non-DVM owners recently acquired this well-established hospital and are seeking a seasoned, motivated DVM to join the team now, train side-by-side with the current owner-doctor and ultimately become the solo lead veterinarian as the current DVM retires in approximately 18 months.

This is a true succession-planning opportunity with the potential for equity and co-ownership for the right doctor.

• Built-in mentorship & transition plan – Learn the full clinical, operational, and client-care side of the practice directly from the current owner-DVM

• Ownership track – Equity and partnership opportunities available
• Strong investment behind you – New ownership committed to marketing, growth, and long-term success
• Prime Chicago location – Downtown, steps from the train, surrounded by high-rise apartments and walk-to-everything foot traffic
• Growth potential – Opportunity to expand into urgent care and extended hours
• Fully renovated (2008)
• Small-animal general practice
• Dogs & cats
• Loyal client base
• Strong downtown visibility with continued population growth

Schedule

• Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
• Thursday: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
• Saturday: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
• (Future plans include expanded hours and urgent care)

If you’ve been waiting for a role where you can truly put down roots, build equity, and shape the future of a practice — this is it.

Interested candidates can reach out confidentially through Coastal Wave Recruiting for full details.

Requirements

• An experienced, confident small-animal GP Veterinarian
• Comfortable practicing independently
• Strong in surgery, dentistry, and client communication
• Interested in leadership, autonomy, and building something long-term
• Entrepreneurial mindset — excited about co-ownership and growth

Benefits

This is not a “one-size-fits-all” role. The owners are open to structuring a highly competitive compensation package that reflects experience, leadership, and future ownership, including:

• Competitive base + production
• Sign-on or transition incentives
• Equity / ownership percentage
• Future partnership pathway

The goal is to create a win-win for both the incoming DVM and the practice.