Associate Veterinarian

Allianceanimalhealth; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Generous signing bonus

Flexible scheduling

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Continuing education support

Professional dues and licensingupport

401(k)

Employee pet benefits

Opportunities for professional growth

Supportive, collaborative team

Job summary

Pulaski Animal Hospital in Chicago, part of Alliance Animal Health, is seeking a veterinarian who enjoys building client relationships and collaborating with a team to provide high-quality veterinary medicine. New graduates are encouraged to apply, with mentorship and support available to develop your clinical style.

We offer a diverse caseload, including preventive care, dentistry, soft tissue and orthopedic surgery, and access to in-house labs and diagnostics.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent degree from an accredited university.
• Illinois veterinary license or ability to obtain one.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with clients and collaborate with a supportive team to deliver high-quality veterinary care.
• Provide compassionate medical care for dogs and cats, with opportunities for mentorship for new graduates.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Job description

Why You'll Love Pulaski

A Schedule Built for Work-Life Balance

Our veterinarians typically work four 8-hour days per week, plus just 1-2 Saturdays per month.

Monday-Friday: 9:00 AM-5:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM-3:00 PM

Schedules are created one month in advance
Rotating schedules allow our doctors opportunities for extended weekends

A Great Place to Grow

New graduates are welcome! With an experienced veterinary team and a wide variety of appointments, you'll have the opportunity to strengthen your skills and develop your own style of practicing medicine in a supportive environment.

Our hospital offers:

• Digital radiography and ultrasound
• In-house laboratory capabilities
• Dentistry and oral surgery
• Soft tissue and orthopedic surgery
• Internal medicine and preventive care
• Modern surgical and anesthetic monitoring
• Access to additional diagnostic and radiology support

A Diverse Chicago Community

Our team serves a diverse client population, including many Spanish-speaking families. Doctors interested in practicing their Spanish will have plenty of opportunities to do so, while our bilingual team members are always available to assist with translation. Spanish-speaking ability is absolutely not required!

An Established Practice with Deep Roots

Pulaski Animal Hospital has been caring for pets in the Chicago community since 1955 and has maintained AAHA standards for more than 40 years. We're proud of the relationships we've built with generations of clients and the trust our community places in our team.

We primarily care for dogs and cats and offer a broad range of preventive, medical, dental, diagnostic, and surgical services.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for a veterinarian who enjoys building relationships with clients, collaborating with a team, and providing thoughtful, high-quality care.

Whether you're an experienced DVM looking for a practice where you can settle in and have a great quality of life, or a new graduate looking for the right team to start your career with, we'd love to hear from you.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• Generous signing bonus
• Flexible scheduling
• Only 1-2 Saturdays per month
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Continuing education support
• Professional dues and licensing support
• 401(k)
• Employee pet benefits
• Opportunities for professional growth
• Supportive, collaborative team environment

Requirements

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree from an accredited university
• Current or ability to obtain an Illinois veterinary license
• New graduates are encouraged to apply - mentorship and support are available
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Collaborative, team-oriented approach to patient care
• Commitment to providing compassionate, high-quality veterinary medicine
• Interest in continued learning and professional growth

Equal Opportunity Statement

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 the Alliance Animal Health Additional Job Description Details page.

Learn more about Pulaski Animal Hospital: https://www.pulaskianimalhospital.com/en/