Associate Veterinarian - Relocation Assistance Available

Allianceanimalhealth; Carbondale (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation aid

Student loan assistance

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401K

Pet care discounts

Mentor network

Continuing education allowance

Paid time off

Job summary

Alliance Animal Health in Carbondale, IL is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to practice general medicine and surgery across a diverse caseload. You will leverage imaging and lab resources, work with a collaborative DVM team, and communicate clearly with clients about pet care.

New graduates are welcome for mentorship; experience is preferred. The role offers a starting salary of $110,000 with a signing bonus up to $100,000, relocation aid, and a broad benefits package including health, dental,

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, or equivalent, from an accredited university.
• Current DEA License or obtained upon hire.
• Active Veterinary State License.
• USDA Accreditation or obtained upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Practice general veterinary medicine and surgery across a diverse caseload.
• Use the hospital's imaging and laboratory resources to support clinical decisions.
• Work alongside fellow DVMs and a collaborative hospital team.
• Communicate compassionately with clients about their pets' care.
• Exercise medical autonomy while contributing to the hospital's commitment to quality care.

Skills

Communication with clients

Team collaboration

Medical decision-making

Education

DVM degree from an accredited university

Current DEA License or obtained upon hire

Active Veterinary State License

USDA Accreditation or obtained upon hire

Job description

As an Associate Veterinarian, you will:

• Practice general veterinary medicine and surgery across a diverse caseload.
• Use the hospital's imaging and laboratory resources to support clinical decisions.
• Work alongside fellow DVMs and a collaborative hospital team.
• Communicate compassionately with clients about their pets' care.
• Exercise medical autonomy while contributing to the hospital's commitment to quality care.

This daytime position is suited to a Veterinarian who values teamwork, communicates clearly, and is proficient in general medicine and surgery. Experience is preferred; new graduates seeking mentorship are encouraged to apply.

What We Offer Veterinarians

• Starting salary: S110,000.
• Signing bonus up to S100,000.
• Relocation assistance and student loan aid.
• Medical autonomy and flexible scheduling.
• DVM Mentor Network for continued professional development.
• Paid continuing education allowance and professional dues.
• Paid time off; health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401K and pet care discounts.
• Support from a network named one of Inc.'s Best Workplaces 2025.

Life in Carbondale, Illinois

Build your veterinary career in a community offering outdoor activities, local festivals, a college-town atmosphere, and close community connections. Carbondale combines small-town character with opportunities to explore new interests outside work.

Located at 2001 Sweets Dr, the hospital is approximately two hours from St. Louis, three hours from Nashville, and three and a half hours from Louisville.

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, or equivalent, from an accredited university
• Current DEA License or obtained upon hire
• Active Veterinary State License
• USDA Accreditation or obtained upon hire

Total compensation is individualized based on experience, schedule (full-time or part-time), location, and production. Compensation may include base salary, production incentives, sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, and other applicable benefits and incentives. Total compensation package for the first year might range from $110,000-$180,000+.

WE ARE A DRUG-FREE & EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

Company Policy Forbids Discrimination Because of Age, Color, Race, Religion, Sex, Disability, Marital Status, Sexual Orientation or National Origin

For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/ .