Associate Veterinarian
Join Our Growing Team at Central Hospital for Animals!
About the role
Central Hospital for Animals, a trusted small animal and exotics hospital with four busy locations across Southern Illinois, is seeking a Full-Time DVM to join our teams at our Marion and Herrin clinics.
Job Description
Full-Time Veterinarian
Compassionate, team-oriented, and excellent communicator
Proficient in general medicine and surgery
Experience preferred; new graduates eager for mentorship encouraged to apply!
What We Offer
- Flexible scheduling (open Monday–Saturday)
- Competitive pro-sal compensation model
- Comprehensive benefits package including paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, health/dental/vision insurance, liability coverage, 401(k), life and supplemental insurance, employee assistance program, and personal pet care discounts
- Paid CE allowance and professional dues
- Future ownership opportunities
Additional Incentives
- Sign-on bonus
- Relocation assistance
- Student loan assistance
Qualifications
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree or equivalent from an accredited university
- Active Veterinary State License (or ability to obtain upon hire)
- DEA license (or ability to obtain upon hire)
- USDA accreditation (or ability to obtain upon hire)
Why Southern Illinois?
- A beautiful place to live and work, with over 33 state parks, numerous wineries, lakes, and trails—all within an hour’s reach
- Vibrant lifestyle with family-friendly events like the DuQuoin State Fair and year-round entertainment from rodeos to live music
- Just a short drive away from the amenities of St. Louis, MO (2 hours) and Nashville, TN (3 hours)
Additional Information
Total compensation is individualized based on experience, schedule (full-time or part-time), location, and production. Compensation may include base salary, production incentives, sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, and other applicable benefits and incentives. Total compensation package (depending on part time or full time) for the first year might range from $90,000-160,000.
We are a drug-free, smoke-free, equal opportunity employer. Company Policy & Federal & State Laws Forbid Discrimination Because of Age, Color, Race, Religion, Sex, Disability, Sexual Orientation or National Origin For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/.