Associate Veterinarian - Western Springs, IL

About the role

Join a tenured team of 29 Associates including a Medical Director, 3 Associate Veterinarians, a board-certified Surgeon, certified technicians, technician assistants, and experienced client service representatives.

Responsibilities

• Established hospital serving the community since 1959 with a state-of-the-art facility opened in 2017
• AAHA-accredited, Feline Friendly, and Fear Free certified hospital focused on high-quality, compassionate medicine
• Access to advanced equipment and services including digital radiography, digital dental radiography, ultrasound, laser surgery, laser therapy, acupuncture, in-house laboratory diagnostics, and outside lab services
• Collaborative and welcoming culture that values teamwork, mentorship, and strong medicine
• Located in Western Springs, Illinois, an affluent and highly desirable Chicago suburb known for its strong sense of community, excellent schools, charming downtown area, and easy access to Chicago via Metra rail
• Conveniently located near Hinsdale, Burr Ridge, La Grange, Oak Brook shopping and dining, walking trails, and Brookfield Zoo
• Cases Small animal general practice with a strong focus on high-quality medicine and client relationships
• Opportunity to work alongside an experienced medical team including a board-certified Surgeon
• Diverse caseload supported by advanced diagnostics and modern technology
• Environment that encourages continued learning, collaboration, and medical growth
• Schedule Full-time schedule with strong emphasis on work-life balance
• Hospital open 6 days per week
• Schedule includes 4 weekdays (Monday–Friday) plus a rotating half-day Saturday
• No on-call hours

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited university or equivalent
• Licensure in good standing in Illinois, or the ability to obtain
• Commitment to practicing high-quality medicine and collaborative patient care

Skills

Experienced veterinarians encouraged to apply

Benefits

• Total Rewards As a member of the VCA family, eligible full-time employees are rewarded with a comprehensive benefits package, including:
• Health & Well-Being Innovative Associate health and well-being support including Headspace subscriptions, financial wellness tools, and additional mental health resources
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid parental leave, vacation, and sick time
• Professional Development Continuing Education allowance and paid CE days
• VCA Academy Mentorship Program opportunities as a mentee or mentor
• Opportunities to participate in a robust Clinical Studies program

Pay

Salary range: $120,000 – $150,000, negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, and credentials

Schedule

Full-time schedule with strong emphasis on work-life balance

Benefits

• Up to 100% pet care discount for your own pets
• 100% paid professional liability coverage
• 100% paid life insurance
• 100% paid short-term disability insurance
• Access to a network of 5,000 doctors, including more than 600 specialists