Associate Vet Surgeon – High-Volume Shelter Surgery

Brown Animal Hospital; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Generous PTO with rollover

Paid parental leave

Paid professional dues and PLIT

Structured mentorship available

401(k) options

Supportive and collaborative team

Job summary

Brown Animal Hospital in Peoria, IL seeks an Associate Veterinarian with a passion for high-volume spay and neuter surgery and shelter medicine. The role collaborates with PCAPS and emphasizes community outreach while offering a predictable weekday schedule and work-life balance.

The ideal candidate brings DVM, Illinois license (or ability to obtain), and experience in high-volume surgery, committed to animal welfare and collaborative care.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent degree required.
• Illinois veterinary license or ability to obtain is required.
• Experience in high-volume surgery and shelter medicine preferred.
• Strong surgical skills or a desire to further develop surgical proficiency.
• Efficient, organized, and team-oriented.
• Passion for community medicine and improving animal welfare.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality, high-volume canine and feline spay/neuter surgeries.
• Evaluate and treat shelter animals requiring medical care following the surgery schedule.
• Maintain efficient surgical workflow while prioritizing patient safety.
• Collaborate with Brown Animal Hospital and PCAPS teams.
• Support shelter initiatives focused on improving animal welfare throughout Peoria County.

Skills

High-volume surgery

Shelter medicine

Surgical efficiency

Clinical decision-making

Animal welfare

Time management

Compassionate patient care

Community outreach

Education

DVM or equivalent degree

Illinois veterinary license (or ability to obtain)

Job description

Brown Animal Hospital in Peoria, IL seeks an Associate Veterinarian with a passion for high-volume spay and neuter surgery and shelter medicine. The role collaborates with PCAPS and emphasizes community outreach while offering a predictable weekday schedule and work-life balance.

The ideal candidate brings DVM, Illinois license (or ability to obtain), and experience in high-volume surgery, committed to animal welfare and collaborative care.