Associate Veterinarian - Western Springs, IL

Vicar Operating, Inc. dba VCA; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Well‑Being

401(k) plan

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid parental leave + vacation/sick

CE allowance + paid CE days

Pet discounts

Job summary

VCA Boone Animal Hospital in Western Springs, Illinois, is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join a tenured team with a board‑certified surgeon and experienced staff. The hospital emphasizes compassionate medicine, advanced diagnostics, and client relationships in a modern, AAHA‑accredited setting.

We offer a collaborative culture, strong mentorship, and a diverse caseload supported by digital radiography, ultrasound, in‑house labs, and other advanced services.

Qualifications

• DVM degree from an accredited university.
• Licensure in good standing in Illinois, or the ability to obtain.
• Commitment to practicing high‑quality medicine and collaborative patient care.
• Experienced veterinarians encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Small animal general practice with a strong focus on high‑quality medicine and client relationships.
• Opportunity to work alongside an experienced medical team including a board‑certified Surgeon.
• Diverse caseload supported by advanced diagnostics and modern technology.

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Job description

Join us as an Associate Veterinarian at VCA Boone Animal Hospital in Western Springs, Illinois and you’ll quickly discover that you’re supported by world‑class medicine, advanced technology, modern facilities, and a collaborative, experienced team. At VCA, the future of veterinary medicine is in our hands.

Why Join the Team

Join a tenured team of 29 Associates including a Medical Director, 3 Associate Veterinarians, a board‑certified Surgeon, certified technicians, technician assistants, and experienced client service representatives

Established hospital serving the community since 1959 with a state‑of‑the‑art facility opened in 2017

AAHA‑accredited, Feline Friendly, and Fear Free certified hospital focused on high‑quality, compassionate medicine

Access to advanced equipment and services including digital radiography, digital dental radiography, ultrasound, laser surgery, laser therapy, acupuncture, in‑house laboratory diagnostics, and outside lab services

Collaborative and welcoming culture that values teamwork, mentorship, and strong medicine

Located in Western Springs, Illinois, an affluent and highly desirable Chicago suburb known for its strong sense of community, excellent schools, charming downtown area, and easy access to Chicago via Metra rail

Conveniently located near Hinsdale, Burr Ridge, La Grange, Oak Brook shopping and dining, walking trails, and Brookfield Zoo

Cases Small animal general practice with a strong focus on high‑quality medicine and client relationships

Opportunity to work alongside an experienced medical team including a board‑certified Surgeon

Diverse caseload supported by advanced diagnostics and modern technology

Environment that encourages continued learning, collaboration, and medical growth

Schedule

Full‑time schedule with strong emphasis on work‑life balance Hospital open 6 days per week

Schedule includes 4 weekdays (Monday-Friday) plus a rotating half‑day Saturday

No on‑call hours

Compensation

Salary range: $120,000 - $150,000, negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, and credentials.

Salary range based on a 40‑hour work week; compensation outside of the listed range may be discussed.

Eligible for additional variable pay programs, including production earnings.

Total Rewards

As a member of the VCA family, eligible full‑time employees are rewarded with a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Health & Well‑Being Innovative Associate health and well‑being support including Headspace subscriptions, financial wellness tools, and additional mental health resources
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Infertility benefits and gender‑affirmation services
• Paid parental leave, vacation, and sick time
• Professional Development Continuing Education allowance and paid CE days
• WOOF University offering abundant CE opportunities for doctors and staff
• VCA Academy Mentorship Program opportunities as a mentee or mentor
• Opportunities to participate in a robust Clinical Studies program

Additional Benefits

• Up to 100% pet care discount for your own pets
• 100% paid professional liability coverage
• 100% paid life insurance
• 100% paid short‑term disability insurance
• Access to a network of 5,000 doctors, including more than 600 specialists

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited university or equivalent
• Licensure in good standing in Illinois, or the ability to obtain
• Commitment to practicing high‑quality medicine and collaborative patient care
• Experienced veterinarians encouraged to apply

About VCA

VCA is a leader in veterinary care, committed to the future of veterinary medicine. With a network of more than 1,000 animal hospitals, we care for over 4.5 million pets annually, delivering world‑class medicine with hometown care. Trusted and empowered, our Associates collaborate to push our profession forward and build fulfilling careers with lasting impact. VCA is part of the Mars Veterinary Health family of brands, working toward A Better World for Pets.

Learn more about the hospital: http://vcahospitals.com/boone-animal-hospital

Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!

The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development).

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com.

A leader in veterinary care, VCA Animal Hospitals is committed to taking care of the future of veterinary medicine. We are a family of hometown animal hospitals determined to positively impact pets, people and our communities. From primary care to emergency, urgent and specialty care, VCA delivers world‑class medicine and hometown care to more than four million pets each year. We invest in cutting‑edge tools, training and technology that enable Associates across our national network of hospitals to lead the industry today and into tomorrow. Among our talented 35,000 Associates are nearly 7,000 veterinarians – including 500 who are board‑certified specialists – nearly 4,000 credentialed technicians and over 10,000 veterinary assistants – all dedicated to giving pets the very best in medical care.

The future of veterinary medicine is in our hands. Join us.