Associate Veterinarian — Collaborative Team, Great Lifestyle

Chessie Lane Animal Hospital; Ottawa (IL); On-site; USD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Disability coverage

401(k) with company match

Licensure and dues paid

CE allowance and days

Uniform allowance

Job summary

Chessie Lane Animal Hospital in Ottawa, IL is seeking a full-time Associate Veterinarian to join our long‑standing, supportive team. We offer a busy small‑animal practice with modern diagnostics and a focus on compassionate patient care.

We value collaboration, ongoing learning, and work‑life balance, and provide a comprehensive benefits package including PTO, medical/dental/vision, disability coverage, 401(k), licensure support, CE allowances, and more.

Qualifications

• DVM/VMD degree from AVMA-accredited program.
• Illinois veterinary license or ability to obtain before start.
• Strong clinical and surgical skills; collaborative team player.

Responsibilities

• Perform small animal wellness exams and sick visits.
• Provide soft tissue surgery and dentistry services.
• Use in-house diagnostics and imaging; maintain patient records.
• Mentor and partner with support staff; build client relationships.

Skills

Clinical skills

Surgical skills

Team player

Communication

Education

DVM/VMD

AVMA-accredited program

Job description

Chessie Lane Animal Hospital in Ottawa, IL is seeking a full-time Associate Veterinarian to join our long‑standing, supportive team. We offer a busy small‑animal practice with modern diagnostics and a focus on compassionate patient care.

We value collaboration, ongoing learning, and work‑life balance, and provide a comprehensive benefits package including PTO, medical/dental/vision, disability coverage, 401(k), licensure support, CE allowances, and more.