Associate Veterinarian

College Park Animal Hospital; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and collaborative team at a leading animal hospital in Lansing, MI, as an Associate Veterinarian. This role offers opportunities for professional growth in a supportive environment, emphasizing high-quality veterinary care and continuous learning. We welcome both new graduates and experienced veterinarians who are eager to deliver exceptional pet healthcare.

Benefits

Standard benefits package

Flexible schedule for work-life balance

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice in Illinois.
• Dedicated to high-quality medicine/surgery.
• New grads welcome along with seasoned professionals.

Responsibilities

• Join a collaborative team as an Associate Veterinarian.
• Provide high-quality medical/surgical care.
• Support the growth of services offered by the hospital.

Skills

Communication

Detail oriented

Collaboration

Job description

Downers Grove Animal Hospital needs an additional Associate Veterinarian to join the family! We are confident that after learning more about us, you will see what a fantastic, rewarding opportunity this is.

Practice Highlights

The clinical team you will join is highly experienced and ultra-collaborative. Dr. Graham Merkin (IL, 98’), Dr. Max Merkin (Ross, 09’), and Dr. Sharon Wehling (Iowa State, 04’) are supported by 10 well trained, full-time dedicated support team members.

Our flourishing practice is independently owned by Dr. Graham Merkin and Dr. Max Merkin, highly respected members of the local veterinary community.

Our state-of-the-art, 4,200 sq. ft. hospital, established in 1947, underwent a complete redesign in 2014, and features ample treatment space, dedicated surgery and dentistry suites, and an impressive list of modern equipment.

Our cross-trained Downers Grove Animal Hospital staff prides itself on possessing an upbeat, drama-free, family-like culture. We love learning, collaboration and coming to work each day.

"People are the main difference between clinics and I’d take our people every time. They are simply the best!”

Dr. Graham Merkin

About the Opportunity

We are looking to hire an Associate Veterinarian as an additional doctor for the Downers Grove Animal Hospital team. For the right applicant who sees Downers Grove Animal Hospital as their new home and who we see as a good fit with our team, we will be highly competitive on compensation and flexible with creating a schedule that allows for work-life balance. The position is eligible for our standard benefits package all the details of which we’d be excited to discuss with you!

"There is a never-ending opportunity to learn and execute new skill with amazing support from the entire staff."

Stephanie H, Veterinary Assistant/Receptionist

About You

You are a practicing veterinarian, licensed, and in good standing with the State of Illinois. Additionally, you are committed to practicing high-quality medicine/surgery and could consider yourself a lifetime learner. If you have specific clinical interests, that is wonderful; we are always looking to expand the spectrum of services the hospital is able to offer. You are patient with pet owners and team members, and generally have a sunny disposition in the exam room and treatment areas. Our team is very collaborative, so if you naturally like to teach others, that is excellent too. In terms of your clinical experience, we are flexible: new grads are welcome as are seasoned veterans of the profession. You may or may not love working with avian/exotics, we do not expect our new associate to see these patients, but we can keep you busy if that is your passion!

About the Team

The full-time staff currently consists of our 3 Veterinarians, 2 CVT’s, 8 cross-trained Veterinary Assistants, and 2 awesome Kennel Assistants! The team consistently praises the hard-working, family-like atmosphere in the building. Additionally, the cross training of full-time team members ensures continuity and collaboration that few other practices can offer.

“Whether I’m having a good or a bad day, I can always come in to work and count on my coworkers to make it better”

McKenna M. Veterinary Assistant/Receptionist

About the Practice

For over 75 years, Downers Grove Animal Hospital, an independently owned practice, has served the needs of pet owners and their dogs, cats, exotics, and birds in the neighborhood. The state-of-the-art 4200 sq. ft. hospital, underwent a complete redesign in 2014, and features ample treatment space, dedicated surgery and dentistry suites, and an impressive list of modern equipment. We make every effort to invest in our clinical capabilities and would be delighted to add to our service offerings if you possess unique skills or interests.

The right candidate must be:

• Licensed to practice in the state of Illinois.
• A good communicator.
• Detail oriented.
• Eager to learn from and collaborate with others.
• Exotics interest and/or experience is NOT required.