Emergency Veterinarian

MedVet Medical & Cancer Centers for Pets; Wilmette (IL); On-site; USD 160,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family-eligible healthcare

401K retirement plan with company match

Student loan payment program

Paid time off

Family planning support

Paid parental leave

Job summary

MedVet Medical & Cancer Centers for Pets in Wilmette, Illinois, is seeking a highly skilled emergency veterinarian. You will provide expert care in a state-of-the-art facility. Candidates should have a DVM degree, an Illinois veterinary license, and passion for patient care. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $160,000 to $250,000 with bonuses. MedVet promotes a collaborative and inclusive work environment. Benefits include healthcare, 401K, and more. For inquiries, email Paige Heldreth at [e-mail].

Qualifications

• DVM degree from an accredited veterinary school.
• Valid Illinois veterinary license.
• Emergency and critical care experience preferred.
• Strong surgical skills desired.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Passion for providing excellent patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert care to small animals in need of immediate medical attention.
• Work closely with experienced veterinary technicians and specialists.
• Potentially perform emergency surgeries.

Skills

Emergency and critical care experience

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Strong surgical skills

Passion for providing excellent patient care

Education

DVM degree from an accredited veterinary school

Valid Illinois veterinary license

Job description

MedVet Wilmette will be a state‑of‑the‑art 24/7 emergency veterinary hospital located outside of Chicago in beautiful Wilmette, Illinois. We are a proud part of the MedVet family, a network of specialty and emergency veterinary hospitals committed to providing the highest quality care to our patients.

About the Position

We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate emergency veterinarian to join our team. Interest and ability to perform emergency surgeries is desired but not required. As an emergency veterinarian at MedVet Wilmette, you will be responsible for providing expert care to small animals in need of immediate medical attention. Our new hospital will feature a state‑of‑the‑art emergency surgical suite, patient rooms, and triage area. You will work closely with our team of experienced veterinary technicians and specialists at MedVet Chicago to ensure that our patients receive the best possible care.

Qualifications

• DVM degree from an accredited veterinary school
• Valid Illinois veterinary license
• Emergency and critical care experience preferred
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong surgical skills (desired)
• Passion for providing excellent patient care

Pay Transparency

MedVet compensates doctors using a production-plus-salary model. The base salary range for this position is $160,000–$250,000 annually, not including quarterly production bonuses. Total compensation is determined by several factors, including experience and production earned.

Everything Starts with Our Caregivers

• Our doctors are eligible to become shareholders in the MedVet organization - a rare opportunity to have ownership and share in the growth and success of MedVet hospitals across the country.
• Competitive shift base + production compensation plan.
• Our extensive benefits include family‑eligible healthcare, 401K retirement plan with company match, student loan payment program, paid time off, family planning support, and paid parental leave.
• Our passionate and dedicated team of doctors, certified technicians, assistants, and client service representatives is committed to being the best in the veterinary profession to give and receive care. Our collaboration, passion, and energy can be felt by everyone who enters our hospital doors.
• Our team members treat patients and clients like they are our own family, and we develop referral‑partner relationships built on trust, respect, communication, and empathy.

Why you will love living in Wilmette, IL

Located on the scenic North Shore of Lake Michigan, Wilmette, Illinois offers an exceptional quality of life with charming neighborhoods, top‑rated schools, and a vibrant downtown filled with local shops and dining. Residents enjoy beautiful lakefront parks, a strong sense of community, and convenient access to Chicago for world‑class culture, entertainment, and travel. Wilmette blends small‑town warmth with big‑city connectivity, making it an outstanding place to build both a career and a life.

For more information about MedVet, please visit our website at www.medvet.com or submit a confidential CV. Email Paige Heldreth, Senior Recruiter, at [e-mail].

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Come as you are. MedVet is committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment for all team members. You can count on us to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all team members and applicants. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, training, and overall experience and abilities. We do not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, uniformed service member status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.