Relief Veterinarian

New Frontier Animal Medical Center; Dwight (IL); On-site; USD 1,000 - 2,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

PTO

CE allowance and paid CE days

Professional reimbursements

Job summary

New Frontier Animal Medical Center seeks an experienced Relief / Per Diem Veterinarian with a DVM/VMD and Illinois license to cover four central Illinois hospitals on a W‑2 basis. The role offers flexible scheduling across Pine Bluff, Skinner, Lakewood, and Dwight facilities, with a 3–4 day per week or ~12 shifts per month plan.

The position provides the stability of W‑2 employment, competitive per-shift pay, mileage reimbursement, and a benefits package including medical/dental/vision, a 401(k)

Qualifications

• 3+ years of clinical veterinary experience
• DVM or VMD from AVMA‑accredited college
• Active Illinois veterinary license in good standing (or ability to obtain)
• Enjoy collaborating with different teams and delivering high‑quality medicine

Responsibilities

• Provide veterinary care across Pine Bluff Animal Hospital, Skinner Animal Clinic, Lakewood Animal Hospital, and Dwight Veterinary Clinic
• Collaborate with hospital teams to ensure consistent medical standards
• Maintain excellent patient care and communication with clients

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Flexibility

Education

DVM/VMD

Job description

Relief / Per Diem Veterinarian (W-2) - Central Illinois

We're seeking an experienced W-2 Relief / Per Diem Veterinarian to provide coverage across Pine Bluff Animal Hospital, Skinner Animal Clinic, Lakewood Animal Hospital, and Dwight Veterinary Clinic in Central Illinois:

• Pine Bluff Animal Hospital - 7995 E Pine Bluff Rd, Morris, IL 60450
• Skinner Animal Clinic - 925 S Water St, Wilmington, IL 60481
• Lakewood Animal Hospital - 1301 Lakewood Dr, Morris, IL 60450
• Dwight Veterinary Clinic - 305 S Old Rte. 66, Dwight, IL 60420

Enjoy the Best of Both Worlds:

Create a schedule that fits your lifestyle while enjoying the support, stability, and benefits of W-2 employment. Gain variety by working alongside collaborative teams across three well-established companion animal hospitals, each with its own unique culture and loyal client base.

• Compensation: $1,200 per shift (plus mileage reimbursement)
• Schedule:Choose your schedule-work 3-4 days per week or approximately 12 shifts per month | Hours: M-F 8:00 AM-5:30 PM with a 30-minute paid lunch break, Saturdays 8am-12pm
• Benefits & Perks: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with up to a 3.5% employer match for eligible employees, Paid Time Off (PTO), annual Continuing Education (CE) Allowance plus 3 paid CE days, Professional Reimbursement: Illinois veterinary license, DEA registration, AVMA PLIT, and professional membership dues.

About Our Hospitals:

• Pine Bluff Animal Hospital: A well-established companion animal practice committed to compassionate, progressive medicine with an experienced team and loyal client base.
• Skinner Animal Clinic: A trusted community hospital providing personalized patient care, strong client relationships, and high-quality general practice medicine.
• Lakewood Animal Hospital: A collaborative practice offering comprehensive preventive, medical, surgical, and digital care in a supportive team environment.
• Dwight Veterinary Clinic: A well-established 2-doctor, small animal general practice.

Qualifications / Requirements:

• 3+ years of clinical experience
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or VMD) degree from an AVMA-accredited college
• Active Illinois veterinary license in good standing (or ability to obtain)
• Enjoy collaborating with different teams, value flexibility, and are passionate about providing outstanding patient care
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to adapt to multiple hospital environments while delivering consistent, high-quality medicine