General information
City: Somers
State: Wisconsin
Hospital Name: Wisconsin Veterinary Referral Center - Kenosha
Job Type: Veterinarian - Managing / Medical Director
Employment Type: Permanent
Description & Requirements
Emergency Medical Director
Full-time opportunity in Somers, WI
Why Join Wisconsin Veterinary Hospital- Kenosha/Somers
- People-First Culture: Work with an engaged, collaborative team that truly supports one another
- Strategic Growth: Shape the medical direction and participate in expanding services and infrastructure
- Flexibility & Balance: Set a schedule that supports both leadership and continued clinical excellence
- Accessible Midwest Living: Located near Lake Michigan—30 min to Milwaukee, 90 min to Chicago
- Strong Compensation Package:
- Minimum base salary of $175,000, with top-of-market 25% production
- $30,000-50,000 annual leadership stipend based on prior experience
- $25,000 signing bonus
- Relocation assistance available
Location Highlight
Somers offers a relaxed suburban feel with plenty of space and easy access to both Milwaukee and Chicago. Located near Lake Michigan and surrounded by parks, trails, and outdoor recreation, it’s a great option for those who want a quieter place to live while still being close to larger cities, dining, entertainment, and amenities. View our local guide HERE.
Perks & Benefits
Benefits for this role may include health insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement benefits, paid time off (including sick leave and vacation), short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance
- Competitive compensation
- Sign-on or relocation assistance
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- CE allowance and professional development support
- Paid time off
- Retirement savings options
- Employee assistance programs
ER ABVP Guided Program - The ER ABVP Guided program offers a path that meets you where you are, allowing you to reach your emergency career goals without the need for an internship. Ideal for any emergency practitioners within the Ethos network looking to deepen their expertise in emergency practice. This path lets you stay in your current Ethos network hospital, enjoying your full wages and benefits while practicing at an Ethos hospital and pursuing board certification.
As Medical Director, you’ll balance clinical practice with leadership responsibilities, acting as both a role model on the floor and a strategic partner behind the scenes.
You will:
- Deliver high-quality, compassionate emergency care (~75% clinical)
- Oversee medical standards, protocols, and quality initiatives
- Lead, mentor, and support our ER doctor team
- Partner with the Hospital Director to shape operations, recruitment, and long-term planning
- Foster team collaboration and a culture of accountability, growth, and trust
- Strengthen relationships with referring veterinarians and the local community
- Collaborate with Ethos Veterinary Health to access leadership development, clinical education, and research opportunities
What You Bring
- DVM or equivalent and eligibility for a Wisconsin veterinary license
- Emergency medicine experience
- Minimum 2–5 years of leadership experience
- A passion for mentorship and driving medical excellence
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Confidence in making decisions and solving complex problems
- A solutions-focused, adaptable leadership style
Join Us
At Ethos, this isn’t just a job, it’s an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level and help shape the future of veterinary care.
Candidates can confidentially submit their CV to Lead Talent Acquisition Partner- Heather Kelly, LVT at [email protected]