Relief Veterinarian

Veterinary Practice Partners; Morris (IL); On-site; USD 170,000 - 175,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision

401(k) match

Paid Time Off

CE Allowance

License & DEA reimbursement

Job summary

Veterinary Practice Partners is seeking an experienced Relief / Per Diem Veterinarian (W-2) to provide coverage across four Illinois hospitals, including Pine Bluff Animal Hospital and Dwight Veterinary Clinic. You will join collaborative teams and deliver compassionate care in a flexible schedule.

This role offers a structured W-2 employment model with $1,200 per shift, mileage reimbursement, and benefits such as medical/dental/vision, PTO, CE allowance, and professional reimbursements for

Qualifications

• 3+ years of clinical veterinary experience.
• DVM or VMD from AVMA‑accredited college.
• Active Illinois veterinary license in good standing.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adapt to multiple hospital environments while delivering high‑quality care.

Responsibilities

• Provide relief coverage across Pine Bluff Animal Hospital, Skinner Animal Clinic, Lakewood Animal Hospital, and Dwight Veterinary Clinic.
• Deliver high‑quality companion animal medicine and client communication.
• Collaborate with hospital teams to maintain consistent standards of care.
• Maintain compliance with licensing, DEA registration, and practice policies.

Skills

Clinical experience

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

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 dental 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

If you\'re looking for a rewarding opportunity that combines flexibility, exceptional compensation, and comprehensive benefits, we\'d love to hear from you.