Associate Veterinarian - $25k Sign-On Bonus

Orion Placement; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical plan options

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Funding for continuing education

Job summary

A small-animal veterinary practice in Chicago is seeking a Veterinarian for a full-time role. This position offers a competitive salary range of $180,000 - $200,000 and focuses on high-quality, client-centered care. The practice emphasizes mentorship, modern technology, and work-life balance. You will engage in various responsibilities from performing surgeries to building client relationships. Comprehensive benefits including 401(k) match and paid time off are provided.

Qualifications

• Must hold (or be eligible for) an active Illinois DVM/VMD license.
• Open to mentorship and commitment to fear-free handling.
• Comfortable with advanced imaging and diagnostics.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality small-animal medicine and surgery.
• Build trusted relationships through education.
• Create diagnostic and treatment plans using advanced modalities.
• Perform dental procedures with digital dental radiography.
• Collaborate in a mentorship-friendly setting.

Skills

General medicine

Dentistry

Routine soft-tissue surgery

Client education

Strong communication

Education

DVM/VMD degree

Job description

Pay: $180,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Privately owned, multi-site small-animal practice with modern medicine and longer appointment times
• $200,000+ total earnings potential with strong base (no negative accrual) plus production $25,000 sign-on bonus, relocation allowance, and student-loan reimbursement plan
• Four-day workweek, alternating Saturdays, and no overnights thanks to local 24-hour ER partners
• True mentorship culture, optimal doctor-to-tech ratios, and experienced support staff
• Advanced tools at your fingertips: in-house diagnostics, digital radiology and dental, ultrasound, laser therapy, PRP and stem-cell therapy, full anesthetic monitoring.

Location

On-site in Chicago across three state-of-the‑art hospitals. Weekday hours end at 6 p.m., Saturdays close at 2 p.m., and Sundays are closed to protect work‑life balance.

Note

Must hold (or be eligible for) an active Illinois DVM/VMD license and be authorized to work in the U.S.

About Our Client

Our client is a progressive, privately owned small‑animal hospital group known for longer appointment times, tailored care plans, and a supportive, team‑first environment. Leadership invests in technology, CE, and people so veterinarians can practice the medicine theyre proud of.

Job Description

• Deliver high‑quality, client‑centered small‑animal medicine and surgery
• Build trusted relationships through education and clear, compassionate communication
• Create diagnostic and treatment plans using full in‑house lab, digital imaging, and advanced modalities
• Perform dental procedures with digital dental radiography and high standards of pain management
• Collaborate in a collegial, mentorship‑friendly setting with strong doctor‑to‑tech support
• Contribute to protocol refinement, quality initiatives, and a positive hospital culture

Qualifications

• DVM/VMD degree and Illinois licensure (or ability to obtain promptly)
• Comfortable with general medicine, dentistry, and routine soft‑tissue surgery
• Strong communicator who enjoys client education and teamwork
• Openness to mentorship (giving or receiving) and commitment to fear‑free, low‑stress handling

Why Youll Love Working Here

• Private ownership, empowered clinical decision‑making, and zero corporate red tape
• Structured mentorship, funded CE (40 hours + fully paid conference, airfare, hotel, and wet labs)
• Comprehensive benefits: multiple medical plan options, dental, vision, STD with parental leave, LTD, life/AD&D, pre‑paid legal, 401(k) with match, VIN/Plumbs, licenses/dues, uniforms 160 hours PTO + sick time, holiday pay, excellent pet‑care discounts, and the ability to bring your pet to work (where appropriate)

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Job Type: Full-time

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance