Associate Veterinarian: Exotics, Surgery & High-Volume Care

United Veterinary Care; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Production bonus after 12 months

Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with 1

Generous PTO + holidays

CE allowance + upskilling

Paid licensing, DEA, and dues

AVMA PLIT coverage

Fertility and family-building support

Headspace

Employee pet care discounts

Job summary

Demanes Animal Hospital in Peoria, IL is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join a two-doctor team delivering high‑quality care to a diverse caseload of dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, and small mammals.

You will perform surgeries and dental procedures with support from an experienced team, work up cases with in-house diagnostics, and develop treatment plans while building lasting client relationships in a busy hospital.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree.
• Licensed or eligible for Illinois licensure.
• Enjoys a busy, high-volume practice.
• Interest in surgery or willingness to develop surgical skills.
• Collaborative, compassionate team player with strong client care.
• Mentorship available for new graduates.

Responsibilities

• Provide wellness, sick and urgent care to a diverse caseload.
• Perform surgical and dental procedures with support from an experienced team.
• Work up cases using in-house diagnostics and advanced procedures.
• Develop treatment plans and build lasting client relationships.
• Collaborate with a highly experienced team in a busy hospital.
• Develop surgical skillset with mentorship and hands-on opportunities.

Skills

Surgical skills

Team collaboration

Client relations

Mentorship mindset

Education

DVM or equivalent

Job description

Demanes Animal Hospital in Peoria, IL is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join a two-doctor team delivering high‑quality care to a diverse caseload of dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, and small mammals.

You will perform surgeries and dental procedures with support from an experienced team, work up cases with in-house diagnostics, and develop treatment plans while building lasting client relationships in a busy hospital.