Associate Veterinarian

VCA Animal Hospitals; Norridge (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established animal hospital in Norridge is seeking a passionate Associate Veterinarian to join their dedicated team. This role offers a unique opportunity to grow your skills in a supportive and collaborative environment, treating a diverse range of cases, including exotic pets. The hospital prides itself on a fear-free approach and a strong commitment to client relationships. With a competitive salary, structured mentorship, and generous benefits, this position is ideal for those eager to make a difference in animal care while enjoying a vibrant community atmosphere near Chicago. If you are driven and ready for a fulfilling career, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

Structured mentorship program

Competitive salary

Excellent health insurance

401k with company match

Generous CE allowance

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Paid PLIT, State License & DEA License

Qualifications

• Seeking a well-rounded and energetic DVM, experienced or new grad.
• Enjoys treating a broad range of challenging cases.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with a supportive team in a positive environment.
• Provide excellent care to a variety of animal cases.

Skills

DVM (Doctor of Veterinary Medicine)

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work with exotic pets

Collaboration in a team environment

Life-long learner

Education

DVM degree

Job description

Overview

Companion Animal Hospital – Norridge is looking to add a full time Associate Veterinarian to their amazing team!

About You:

• You’re a well-rounded and energetic DVM looking for a position where you can grow your skills. You may be experienced or a new grad – it’s your attitude that sets you apart!
• You enjoy the ability to fully work-up and treat a broad range of challenging cases.
• You might even like to see exotic pets or large animal – some of our doctors do!
• You have excellent communication and interpersonal skills; as well as a good sense of humor – that’s what will help you thrive in our culture.
• You are a life-long learner and you like a good challenge.
• You enjoy working in a collaborative atmosphere with like-minded professionals.
• You understand that your own self care is critical to your patients’ well-being.
• You enjoy being active in your community and giving back to causes you support.

About Us:

• Our hospital is well-established and has an excellent reputation in our community.
• Gorgeous newly renovated space!
• We are devoted to our loyal, long-term clients with generous appointment times, plenty of support staff and ample doctor-client face time.
• We are a collaborative team practicing progressive medicine. We thrive in a positive and professional, yet laid-back, environment.
• We practice fear-free and low-stress handling throughout our hospital.
• Our support staff is well trained and fully leveraged. No Drama - lots of support.
• Our hospital is fully equipped - we have all the bells and whistles to support your medicine!

Check us out here:

Website: https://companionnp.com/

Located in Cook County, Norridge is close to everything and yet also offers its’ residents an actual village feel with lots of parks, outdoor space, restaurants/bars, coffee shops and shopping. This area of Illinois has it all - Wine Enthusiast? Bowler? Foodie? Hiking/Biking/Water Sports your thing? Located just a quick drive from Chicago, you can head into the big city for a different kind of adventure!

About Our Offerings:

In addition to our “work-hard-play-hard” culture. We offer:

• A structured mentorship program that will allow you to grow your skills
• A competitive salary with guaranteed base salary
• Predictable rotating schedule
• Excellent health insurance (including dental and vision) and a 401k with a company match
• Generous CE allowance and CE time off
• Leadership development, including a clinical mentor certification program
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• PLIT, State License & DEA License are paid

If you have the drive, passion, and medical skills we’re looking for, we’d love to meet you.