Part Time Veterinarian

46721 Genoa Animal Hospital; Genoa Township (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Long-Term incentive cash program

Relocation assistance/sign-on bonus

401(k) matching

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Genoa Animal Hospital in Genoa, IL, is seeking a compassionate veterinarian for a part-time role with two to three days per week. You will provide preventive care, dentistry, and urgent care, while collaborating with a caring team dedicated to high-quality medicine and client education.

Join a community-focused practice that emphasizes work-life balance, mentorship, and professional growth, with competitive compensation and support for ongoing development.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent from an accredited university.
• Current or eligible veterinary license in Illinois.
• Current or eligible DEA registration, when applicable.
• Compassionate, client-centered approach to veterinary medicine.
• Strong communication and client-education skills.
• Commitment to high medical and ethical standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide preventive and wellness care for small animals.
• Perform dentistry, soft-tissue surgery, diagnostics, and urgent care during regular business hours.
• Deliver high-quality medicine while building client relationships.
• Collaborate with a supportive team to maintain efficient patient flow.

Skills

Compassionate care

Strong communication

Client education

Team collaboration

Education

DVM degree

Tools

None

Job description

About Our Clinic

For more than 30 years, Genoa Animal Hospital has provided compassionate, comprehensive veterinary care to pets and families throughout Genoa and the surrounding communities. Our full-service small animal hospital combines the personal relationships and welcoming atmosphere of a community practice with modern medicine, a collaborative team, and the resources of a larger veterinary network.

Clinic Snapshot

• Practice type: Small animal general practice with same-day urgent care
• Schedule: Part-time, approximately two to three days per week, with flexibility based on the doctor’s availability and scheduling preferences
• Avg. daily patient volume: Approximately 13–20 patients per day, depending on the veterinarian’s preferred pace and schedule.
• Support staff ratio: Approximately three support team members per veterinarian
• Case mix: Preventive and wellness care, sick-patient appointments, urgent care, dentistry, diagnostics, soft-tissue surgery, spay and neuter procedures, and emergency stabilization during regular business hours
• Team culture: Compassionate, community-focused, and collaborative, with an emphasis on quality medicine, client education, teamwork, and long-term relationships with local families

Technology & equipment

State-of-the-art equipment supporting diagnostics, dentistry, surgery, advanced laser therapy, and same-day urgent care.

Team culture

Compassionate, community-focused, and collaborative, with an emphasis on quality medicine, client education, teamwork, and long-term relationships with local families.

Total Rewards & How We Invest in You

• Competitive compensation plus production opportunities
• DVM Long-Term Incentive Cash Program—earn annual bonuses based on your production
• No negative accrual: We reward performance without penalizing you during slower periods
• Transparent production metrics and operational support to help maximize your earnings
• Generous continuing education allowance
• Paid professional licenses and dues
• Referral bonus program: Bring great talent to our network and get rewarded
• A flexible two-to-three-day workweek designed to support work-life balance
• Mentorship and professional-development opportunities
• Relocation assistance and sign-on bonuses may be available
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Competitive pay, performance bonuses, 401(k) matching, and student loan assistance to foster your financial well-being.
• Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources to support your overall well-being.
• Generous paid time off and holidays, because your personal time matters.

What Makes Us Different

A schedule built around you: This part-time opportunity offers approximately two to three days per week, with flexibility to create a schedule that works for both the doctor and the hospital. A manageable, customizable caseload: Doctors typically see approximately 13–20 patients per day, depending on their scheduling preferences and desired pace. Medical autonomy: Practice exceptional medicine and surgery with the backing of experienced medical leadership while maintaining control over how you diagnose and treat your patients. Meaningful case variety: Build long-term relationships through preventive care while continuing to use and develop your skills in dentistry, surgery, diagnostics, urgent care, and emergency stabilization. Strong clinical support: With approximately three support team members per veterinarian, doctors have the assistance needed to focus on medicine, client communication, and patient care. Established community relationships: Join a hospital that has served Genoa-area families for more than three decades and continues to build lasting relationships with clients and their pets. Room to grow: Whether you want to strengthen your surgical skills, develop a special interest, mentor others, or expand your clinical confidence, you’ll have access to the tools and resources needed to move your career forward. We believe thriving veterinary teams build thriving communities.

Who You Are & How You’ll Make a Difference

• Passionate about delivering thoughtful, compassionate patient care
• Interested in developing lasting relationships with clients and their pets
• Comfortable managing a varied general-practice caseload
• Collaborative teammate who contributes to a positive and supportive culture
• Committed to continued learning, professional growth, and medical excellence
• Confident communicating with clients and helping them make informed decisions about their pets’ care
• Looking for a flexible part-time opportunity that allows you to continue practicing meaningful medicine while maintaining balance outside of work
• An interest in surgery, dentistry, urgent care, or professional leadership would be welcomed but is not required.
• Experienced veterinarians and newer graduates who value collaboration and continued development are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine or Veterinary Medical Doctor degree, or equivalent, from an accredited university
• Current or eligible veterinary license in the State of Illinois
• Current or eligible DEA registration, when applicable
• Compassionate, client-centered approach to veterinary medicine
• Strong communication and client-education skills
• Commitment to maintaining high medical and ethical standards

About the Area

Genoa offers the welcoming atmosphere and comfortable pace of a close-knit northern Illinois community while remaining within reach of larger dining, entertainment, and cultural destinations. Located in DeKalb County, the area provides an appealing balance of small-town living, open space, local parks, community events, and convenient access to nearby communities such as DeKalb, Sycamore, and the greater Chicagoland region. It is a great fit for someone who wants to build meaningful community connections, enjoy a more relaxed pace of life, and remain close enough to larger cities for weekend activities and travel.