Associate Veterinarian

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking veterinary practice in Highland Park, where you'll be empowered to provide exceptional care in a supportive environment. As an Associate Veterinarian, you'll collaborate with a dedicated team and enjoy the flexibility of part-time or full-time scheduling. With a focus on high-quality medicine, you'll have the opportunity to work with loyal clients and make a real difference in the community. This role offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional development, making it an ideal place for both new graduates and experienced veterinarians to thrive.

Benefits

Health insurance

401k retirement savings plan

Continuing Education Allowance

Paid parental leave

Vacation and sick leave

Employee pet discounts

Mental health resources

Flexible scheduling

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality veterinary care and personalized medicine.
• Perform routine and advanced surgical procedures.
• Manage chronic conditions and provide end-of-life care.

Skills

Veterinary Medicine

Surgery

Client Communication

Preventive Care

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Job description

Join us as an Associate Veterinarian, DVM at VCA Cairo Animal Hospital located in Highland Park, 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.

Questions? Please contact Laurel Norman at [e-mail]

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

Why Join the Team?

• VCA Cairo Animal Hospital, located in the scenic and historic suburb of Highland Park, IL, is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our friendly, collaborative team!
• Our hospital has proudly served the Highland Park community and surrounding North Shore suburbs for over 30 years. Known for its charming lakefront, lush parks, vibrant arts scene, and hometown feel, Highland Park is a wonderful place to live and work—home to families, professionals, and even a few well-known sports figures!
• Our multi-doctor practice emphasizes collaboration, communication, and high-quality medicine. Whether you’re a new graduate looking for mentorship or a seasoned doctor seeking a flexible schedule, our team is excited to welcome the right candidate who fits our culture.

Schedule
We’re open to part-time or full-time scheduling depending on the candidate’s needs.
Our current schedule priority includes:

• Friday and Saturday availability strongly preferred

• Additional coverage one weekday (Wednesday or Thursday) ideal, especially if interested in surgery

• Ideally 3 days/week, with flexibility to adjust

• We're seeking a DVM who can work 3 Saturdays per month, but we’re open to discussing accommodations

Cases
At VCA Cairo, we practice personalized, high-quality medicine with the support of a strong and skilled medical team.
Our services include:

• Preventive care and wellness exams

• Surgery (routine and some advanced soft tissue procedures)

• Dentistry

• Radiology and in-house lab capabilities

• Chronic condition management and internal medicine

• End-of-life care and client support

We welcome DVMs with varied interests, and while we’re primarily a dog-and-cat practice, we’re open to discussing exotics or other special skills you may bring.

Our clients are loyal and our staff is tenured, making this a wonderful environment to grow your career and truly make a difference in your community.

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 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.

Learn more about the hospital [Link to hospital website]

If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.

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