Associate Veterinarian — Collaborative Care & Mentorship

Tender Care Animal Hospital (Morton, IL); East Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Quarterly production with no negative

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Flexible scheduling

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Generous PTO with rollover

Paid parental leave

Annual CE allowance

Professional development assistance

Paid professional dues

PLIT

Mentorship program

401(k) options

Personal pet discounts

Supportive team culture

Job summary

Tender Care Animal Hospital in Morton, IL is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our collaborative, multi-doctor team. This role emphasizes high-quality medicine, teamwork, and ongoing professional growth in a supportive environment.

We value mentorship for new graduates and provide comprehensive benefits, sign-on and relocation support, and flexible scheduling to promote work-life balance while delivering exceptional patient care.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent degree required.
• Illinois veterinary license (or ability to obtain) required.
• Strong foundation in medicine, surgery, and dentistry.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Passion for high-quality patient care and ongoing learning.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality medical, surgical, and dental care for companion animals.
• Build trust with clients through education and clear communication.
• Collaborate with veterinarians and staff to ensure optimal outcomes.
• Contribute to a positive, team-oriented culture.
• Continue developing clinical skills through mentorship and learning.

Skills

Small Animal Medicine

Preventive Care

General Surgery

Dentistry

Client Communication

Diagnostic Interpretation

Clinical Decision-Making

Patient Advocacy

Team Collaboration

Relationship Building

Compassionate Patient Care

Professional Growth

Education

DVM or equivalent degree

Job description

Tender Care Animal Hospital in Morton, IL is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our collaborative, multi-doctor team. This role emphasizes high-quality medicine, teamwork, and ongoing professional growth in a supportive environment.

We value mentorship for new graduates and provide comprehensive benefits, sign-on and relocation support, and flexible scheduling to promote work-life balance while delivering exceptional patient care.