Associate Veterinarian

Tempus Recruitment; Rock Falls (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CE allowance

PTO

Relocation assistance

Liability insurance

Buy-in opportunity

Job summary

Tempus Recruitment seeks an Associate Veterinarian for a privately owned small animal hospital in Illinois. We welcome full-time or part-time doctors with a interest in expanding services and a commitment to compassionate care.

Mentorship, work-life balance, and growth opportunities are prioritized, with CE allowance, additional PTO, and relocation assistance for the right candidate. The role covers preventive medicine, diagnostics, routine surgery and medical consultations, with potential to

Qualifications

• DVM licensed to practice in the United States.
• Experience in small animal medicine; new graduates considered.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive small animal care including preventive medicine, diagnostics, routine surgery and medical consultations.
• Perform routine spays, neuters and mass removals; participate in more advanced surgical procedures as needed.
• Collaborate with the team and mentor colleagues to support clinic growth and client communication.
• Develop clinical interests and contribute to expanding services within the hospital.

Skills

Small animal care

Preventive medicine

Diagnostics

Surgery

Client communication

Mentorship

Education

DVM degree

Tools

VetCorder

Digital radiography

Capnography

Job description

• CE allowance with additional PTO to complete CE
• Additional sick leave
• Relocation assistance considered for the right candidate
• Liability insurance
• Potential to buy into the practice in the future

Introduction

Our client is a privately owned small animal veterinary hospital seeking a full-time or part-time Associate Veterinarian to join its growing team. The hospital currently provides care for dogs and cats but welcomes veterinarians with additional species interests who would like to expand the services offered. The practice has significant potential for growth and offers an opportunity for a veterinarian to develop their clinical interests within a supportive environment that values collaboration, professional development and work-life balance.

Role Description and Responsibilities

The Associate Veterinarian will provide comprehensive small animal care, including preventative medicine, diagnostics, routine surgery and general medical consultations. The hospital currently performs routine spays, neuters and mass removals, with opportunities for a veterinarian interested in more advanced surgical procedures to expand the surgical caseload. Surgery is typically scheduled on Tuesday and Thursday mornings, with additional procedures accommodated when required. Consultations take place throughout Monday and Friday and on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons, with appointment lengths adjusted according to patient needs and the veterinarian's preferences. The practice is ideally seeking an experienced veterinarian or a confident early-career doctor, although new graduates will also be considered. Mentorship is available, with an emphasis on developing clinical confidence and individual interests. Both full-time and part-time arrangements are available, with full-time hours ranging from 30 to 40 hours per week. Scheduling is flexible, with rotating Saturdays anticipated.

The hospital is equipped with a Heska in-house laboratory offering haematology, blood chemistry, endocrine testing, urinalysis and faecal microscopy. Additional equipment includes digital radiography with AI-assisted interpretation, digital cytology, VetCorder and capnography surgical monitoring, Phovia light therapy, cold laser therapy and Assisi electromagnetic therapy devices. The practice follows Fear Free and Cat Friendly principles, emphasising the human-animal bond, compassionate end-of-life care and a spectrum-of-care approach to veterinary medicine. The hospital does not perform ear cropping or declawing and refers after-hours emergencies whenever possible. The practice also works intermittently with a feral cat group and is exploring the development of a more formal animal shelter. There is scope to introduce additional clinical services and invest in equipment to support the incoming veterinarian's interests.

Team

The hospital currently has one DVM supported by three veterinary technicians and seven additional team members, including veterinary assistants and kennel staff. The practice owner is an experienced veterinarian with a strong commitment to continuing education, mentorship and collaborative leadership. The team values open communication, shared decision-making, professional growth and a willingness to explore new approaches to veterinary medicine. The incoming veterinarian will be encouraged to contribute ideas, develop their skills and play an active role in the hospital's continued growth.