Associate Veterinarian

VCA Animal Hospitals; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Health/dental/vision insurance

401k retirement savings plan

Paid parental, vacation and sick leave

Continuing Education Allowance

Job summary

A prominent veterinary practice in Naperville, IL, is looking for an Associate Veterinarian (DVM) to join its dedicated team. This full-time or part-time position offers a structured schedule with no on-call shifts, focusing on providing high-quality care for pets. The annual salary ranges from $120,000 to $150,000 based on experience, along with a signing bonus for qualified candidates. Benefits include health insurance and continuing education opportunities.

Qualifications

• Licensure in good standing to practice in Illinois, or ability to obtain.
• A commitment to practicing the highest standard of veterinary medicine.
• Empathy for developing strong relationships with clients.

Responsibilities

• Join a multi-doctor team providing advanced care to canine and feline patients.
• Work with experienced technicians to ensure efficient day-to-day operations.
• Provide high-quality veterinary care while maintaining work-life balance.

Skills

Passion for pet care

Team collaboration

Commitment to high standards of medicine

Continuous learning

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree

Job description

Join us as an Associate Veterinarian, DVM, at VCA Naper Ridge Animal Hospital located in Naperville, IL. 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.

We are offering a signing bonus for an experienced doctor, DVM.

Why Join the Team?

• VCA Naper Ridge Animal Hospital, located in Naperville, Illinois, is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our multi‑doctor team of passionate professionals. We are a well‑established, small animal practice with a strong reputation in the community and a loyal, appreciative client base.
• Our team is cohesive, tenured, and deeply committed to collaborative care. You’ll be supported by a highly experienced and well‑trained group of technicians and support staff, making your day‑to‑day both efficient and rewarding. At VCA Naper Ridge, we prioritize work‑life balance, offer a set schedule, and strive for manageable caseloads to help our doctors thrive.
• Located just 28 miles west of Chicago, Naperville is a consistently top‑rated place to live, offering acclaimed schools, vibrant parks, a dynamic downtown with restaurants and shops, and easy public transportation. You’ll enjoy the best of both worlds: suburban charm with easy access to the excitement of the city.

Schedule

Our doctors enjoy a set schedule with desirable hours and no on‑call shifts. We believe in giving our team the time they need to provide thorough, high‑quality care.

Full‑time or part‑time available.

We can customize a schedule to align with your work/life balance goals.

Cases

We are a general practice hospital focused on providing advanced care to our canine and feline patients. Our services include:

• Digital radiography & digital dental radiography
• Ultrasound
• Laser therapy
• Electrocautery
• Wellness care, surgery, and internal medicine

We welcome any special interests you may bring to the table and are excited to grow our services alongside your passions.

Who We Look For

• People who love 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

Compensation

• Salary is negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities and other relevant credentials. The annual salary range for this position is $120,000 to 150,000. Salary range listed is based on a 40 hour work week.
• This position is also eligible for other variable pay programs (production/pro‑salary).

Health & Well‑being

• Innovative 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 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

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.

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.