Associate Veterinarian

VCA Animal Hospitals; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 77,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in veterinary care is seeking a compassionate Associate Veterinarian to join their team in a community-focused practice. This role offers a supportive environment with a talented team and access to world-class facilities. With flexible scheduling and opportunities for professional development, you can thrive in a dynamic career while making a meaningful impact on pets and their families. Join a practice that values collaboration, mentorship, and the highest standards of veterinary medicine, providing you with the chance to grow and excel in your field.

Benefits

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

401k with Company Match

Paid Parental Leave

Continuing Education Allowance

Employee Pet Discounts

Flexible Scheduling

Innovative Health Resources

Qualifications

• DVM degree from an accredited university or equivalent.
• Licensure in good standing to practice in Illinois.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional veterinary care to pets.
• Perform soft tissue surgeries and dental cleanings.
• Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance patient care.

Skills

Veterinary Medicine

Soft Tissue Surgery

Client Communication

Team Collaboration

Orthopedic Surgery

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Job description

Join us as an Associate Veterinarian, DVM at VCA Mont Clare Animal Hospital located in Northwest Chicago, IL and you’ll quickly discover that you’re well supported by world-class medicine, technology, facilities, and a talented team. You’ll be empowered to do your best work with a team you can count on. At VCA, the future of veterinary medicine is in our hands.

Why Join the Team?

• VCA Mont Clare Animal Hospital, located on the northwest side of Chicago, is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Associate Veterinarian to join our team in a community-focused general practice.
• Our hospital has served the Mont Clare neighborhood since the 1970s and prides itself on its strong roots and "hometown" feel. With a team of 12 staff members and two full-time doctors, we foster a warm and collaborative culture. One of our current DVMs will be reducing their hours in December, and we are proactively seeking an Associate Veterinarian—either full-time or part-time—to help us continue offering exceptional care.
• We are nestled right on the edge of the city, offering the perfect blend of urban and suburban life. Our clients come from nearby neighborhoods such as Elmwood Park, River Grove, Norridge, Belmont Cragin, Forest Park, and Oak Park. We regularly work with pet adopters from PAWS Chicago, Anti-Cruelty Society, and the Animal Care League in Oak Park, and we’re easily accessible via CTA and Metra.

Students and new graduates are encouraged to apply and will receive dedicated mentorship

Schedule
We are open Monday–Friday from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm, and Saturdays from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm (closed Sundays).

• A full-time schedule would likely fall between 30–35 hours/week

• Our most needed coverage days are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday

• DVMs typically have 1–2 surgery days per week

• At least one Saturday off per month is built into the schedule

• We’re open to both full-time and part-time candidates, with flexibility to support your ideal work-life balance

Cases
As a general practice hospital, we currently see cats and dogs, but are open to expanding to exotics if a candidate has experience. We are also open to welcoming a doctor with orthopedic surgery skills.

Our services include:

• Soft tissue surgery (spay, neuter, pyometra, cystotomy, mass removal)

• Dental cleanings

• Hands-free digital radiology

• In-house and reference lab diagnostics

• Preventive care, sick visits, and vaccinations

• Mobile ultrasound access (with in-house fast scans offered by our Medical Director)

Who we look for

• People obsessed with pets and their care
• Dedicated experts who want to provide world-class medicine
• Collaborators who enjoy teaching others and working as a team
• Curious lifelong learners who want to grow and thrive for a dynamic and fulfilling career
• Empathetic partners who develop strong client and Associate relationships built on trust

Total Rewards

As a VCA Associate, eligible full-time employees will be rewarded with a comprehensive package, including:

Compensation

• Salary is negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, and other relevant credentials.The annual salary range for this position is $77,000 to 160,000. Salary range listed is based on a 24-40 hour work week.
• This position may also be eligible for other variable pay programs.

Health & Well-being

• Innovative Associate health and well-being resources (Headspace app, Vault financial wellness tool, and access to additional mental health resources including Lyra Health)
• 401k retirement savings plan with companymatch
• Health/dental/vision insurance, infertility and gender affirmation benefits
• Paid parental, vacation and sick leave

Professional Development

• Continuing Education Allowance and paid Continuing Education Days
• WOOF University – offering abundant CE for Doctors and the care team
• Opportunities to participate in a robust Clinical Studies program

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Qualifications

• A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, from an accredited university or equivalent
• Licensure in good standing to practice in (IL), or the ability to obtain
• A commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics

About VCA

VCA is a leader in veterinary care and is committed to taking care of the future of veterinary medicine. With a network of 1,000 animal hospitals, we impact pets, people and our communities by delivering world-class medicine with hometown care to over 4.5 million pets annually.

Trusted and empowered, our 35,000 Associates collaborate and unleash their unique power to achieve the best outcomes. With access to endless resources, we continuously learn and share knowledge to build fulfilling careers, push our profession forward and make a lasting impact on our shared future.

VCA is part of the Mars Veterinary Health family of brands, working towards A Better World for Pets. Learn more at www.vca.com or find us on social media.

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Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!

The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com