Associate Veterinarian

Pet Services of Washington, P.S.; Highland Park (IL); On-site; USD 77,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health/dental/vision insurance

401k with company match

Continuing Education allowance

Paid parental, vacation and sick leave

Job summary

VCA Cairo Animal Hospital in Highland Park, IL is seeking an Associate Veterinarian (DVM) to join our friendly, collaborative team. The hospital emphasizes world-class medicine with a supportive environment, and offers mentorship for new graduates and flexible scheduling options.

Open to part-time or full-time candidates, with priority on Friday/Saturday shifts and some weekday coverage. Strong focus on compassionate patient care and client engagement within our North Shore community.

Qualifications

• DVM degree from an accredited veterinary college.
• Licensure in good standing to practice in IL, or ability to obtain.
• Commitment to practicing the highest standard of veterinary medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics.

Responsibilities

• Provide world-class veterinary medicine with a collaborative medical team.
• Offer preventive care, surgery (routine and some advanced soft tissue), dentistry, radiology and in-house lab services.
• Manage chronic conditions and internal medicine cases with client communication.
• Support end-of-life care and client education with empathy and professionalism.

Skills

Team collaboration

Patient care

Lifelong learner

Empathy

Education

DVM degree

IL licensure in good standing

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:

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

Discover Additional Benefits Benefits | VCA (vcacareers.com) (open link in new window)

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]

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