Associate Veterinarian - DVM

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

Job summary

Join a collaborative, AAHA-accredited hospital as an Associate Veterinarian in Glendale Heights, IL. The position offers a supportive culture, mentorship, and opportunities to grow into leadership roles while practicing high-quality medicine in a state-of-the-art facility. Ideal candidates have at least 2 years of experience and a DVM license.

Benefits

Competitive annual base salary

Monthly production-based bonuses

Potential signing bonus

Paid parental leave

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Immediate 401(k) with employer match

Paid CE allowance

Outstanding mentorship program

Company-paid licensing and PLIT insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years clinical veterinary experience required.
• Active and clear Illinois DVM license.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality veterinary care.
• Support mentorship and leadership development.

Skills

Clinical veterinary experience

Leadership

Education

Illinois DVM license

Job description

Overview

Associate Veterinarian (Full-Time, Experienced) – Glendale Animal Hospital – Glendale Heights, IL

Are you a dedicated experienced DVM ready to step into a collaborative, AAHA-accredited hospital environment? Are you looking to take the next step in your Veterinary Career by becoming a leader?

Join us at Glendale Animal Hospital, where we combine top-tier medicine with a close-knit, welcoming culture.

About Us

• AAHA-accredited, full-service small animal hospital
• Team of three full-time doctors
• Five exam rooms plus a dedicated euthanasia room, one surgery suite, and one dental suite
• Strong 2:1 tech-to-DVM ratio, with outpatient tech and floater for added support
• Efficient workflow with ScribeNote utilized in all exam rooms

Advanced Services & Equipment

• In-house visits from a board-certified orthopedic surgeon for advanced surgical cases
• On-site echocardiograms by a board-certified cardiologist
• Cold laser therapy and full abdominal ultrasound imaging available

Hospital Culture

• Friendly, welcoming team with many staff members here for 10+ years
• Modern, well-maintained facility built from the ground up just seven years ago
• Supportive of mentorship, growth, and leadership development

About Glendale Heights, IL

Located about 40 minutes west of Chicago, Glendale Heights is a diverse and vibrant suburb known for its family-friendly atmosphere, quality schools, beautiful parks, and convenient access to major highways and public transportation. The community offers a peaceful lifestyle with easy access to all the culture, dining, and entertainment that nearby Chicago has to offer.

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum of 2 years clinical veterinary experience
• Active and clear Illinois DVM license
• Interest in leadership or potential Medical Director roles

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive annual base salary
• Monthly production-based bonuses with no negative accrual
• Potential signing bonus
• Paid parental leave
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous paid time off
• Immediate 401(k) with employer match
• Paid CE allowance with dedicated paid training time off
• Outstanding mentorship program
• Company-paid wellness programs
• Company-paid licensing and PLIT insurance

Ready to Join Us?Come practice high-quality medicine in a forward-thinking hospital that truly values teamwork and growth. Apply today!