Associate Veterinarian - Small Animal

A&E Animal Hospital; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Professional development assistance

Employee discounts

Job summary

A & E Animal Hospital in Urbana, IL is seeking an experienced Associate Veterinarian to join our well-established three-doctor practice.

This role offers a full-scope schedule including preventive care, routine surgeries, dentistry, and diagnostics, with a collaborative team and modern equipment.

We value high-quality medicine, strong client communication, and a healthy work-life balance with a supportive hospital culture.

Qualifications

• DVM degree from an accredited university.
• Illinois veterinary license in good standing.
• Commitment to high-quality medicine and ethics.
• Strong communication and collaborative skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide preventive and wellness care.
• Perform routine surgeries and dentistry.
• Manage sick and internal medicine appointments.
• Develop treatment plans with client education.
• Collaborate with a three-doctor team.

Skills

Client communication

Independent practice

Team collaboration

Case management

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Tools

Digital radiography

CO surgical laser

Avimark EMR

Job description

Experienced Associate Veterinarian Opportunity | Urbana, IL

A & E Animal Hospital is seeking a confident, experienced Associate Veterinarian to join our well-established three-doctor small animal practice in Urbana, Illinois.

This position is ideal for a veterinarian who enjoys building client relationships, practicing high-quality medicine, and managing a full range of appointments — while also being comfortable performing routine surgeries and dentistry as part of comprehensive patient care.

A Practice Built on Quality Medicine & Strong Client Trust

A & E Animal Hospital has proudly served our community for decades with a reputation for compassionate care, excellent service, and a commitment to medical excellence. Our clients are loyal, engaged, and invested in thorough diagnostics and treatment plans.

We offer a supportive, collaborative environment where doctors are trusted to practice confidently and have the resources needed to provide exceptional care.

Position Overview

Our associates enjoy a balanced caseload that includes:

• Preventive and wellness care
• Sick and internal medicine appointments
• Advanced diagnostics and case workups
• Routine surgery and dentistry
• We are seeking a doctor who feels confident providing both outpatient care and surgical treatment when needed
• Surgery & Dentistry Expectations

While this is a full-scope associate role, comfort with common procedures is important, including:

• Spays and neuters
• Mass removals and cystotomies
• Surgical dentistry with extractions
• Other routine soft tissue surgeries
• There is opportunity to expand surgical and dental skills further, supported by an experienced team and collaborative doctors.

Modern Equipment & Strong Support Staff

Our hospital is fully equipped with:

• Digital radiography
• CO surgical laser
• Full in-house laboratory
• Electronic medical records with Avimark integration
• Reference lab partnerships (University of Illinois, Idexx, Antech, and others)
• Our skilled support staff and positive culture allow our doctors to focus on practicing excellent medicine efficiently and confidently.

Schedule & Work-Life Balance

Associates work an average of 36 hours per week, Monday through Friday.

• Weekend on-call is limited strictly to hospitalized patients only
• After-hours emergencies are referred to local 24-hour hospitals
• We prioritize sustainable scheduling and long-term career satisfaction
• Compensation & Benefits

We offer a competitive package commensurate with experience, including:

• Competitive salary with production potential
• Generous CE allowance and paid CE time
• Licensing, dues, and liability coverage
• Paid time off
• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• Employee pet discounts

The ideal candidate is a veterinarian who:

• Practices confidently and independently with solid clinical judgment
• Enjoys a busy appointment schedule and strong client communication
• Is comfortable with routine surgery and dentistry
• Values teamwork, professionalism, and high medical standards
• Is interested in contributing to a positive, long-term hospital culture

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Requirements:

• DVM from an accredited university
• Illinois veterinary license in good standing
• Commitment to high-quality medicine and ethical practice
• Strong communication and collaborative skills