Small Animal Associate Veterinarian

University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign College of Veterinary Medicine; Monee (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

35–40 hour work week

CE allowance + 3 CE days

Paid state license and DEA licensing

Paid liability and license defense

PTO 120 hours per year

Employer-paid health, dental, and life

Job summary

Animal Wellness Center of Monee is seeking an experienced small animal associate to provide high-quality medical and surgical care. The role offers a balanced schedule and a supportive team in Monee, IL.

We value teamwork and client communication, with a doctor-driven schedule, flexible planning, and a commitment to work–life balance. Illinois license is required and compensation ranges from $110,000 to $140,000 per year.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of small animal medical and surgical experience.
• Illinois veterinary license currently active.
• Vets who value teamwork, client communication, and high-quality medicine.

Skills

Teamwork

Client communication

Quality medicine

Job description

Small Animal Associate Veterinarian

Animal Wellness Center of Monee – Monee, IL (30 miles south of Chicago)

Animal Wellness Center of Monee is an AAHA-accredited, privately owned small animal practice located in a growing, family-oriented community just south of Chicago. We are proud to be known as the local “family doctor” for pets and have built a loyal client base that truly values veterinary care and professional expertise. We are blessed to know and love our patients from the beginning of their life to their end.

We are seeking an experienced small animal associate who wants to practice high-quality medicine while maintaining a healthy work–life balance.

What Makes Our Practice Different

• A respectful, loyal client base that values our recommendations and care
• A doctor-driven schedule that supports quality medicine and realistic daily flow
• No overbooking — appointments are structured to allow proper patient care
• Medical and surgical decisions are based on patient needs, not production quotas
• Flexible scheduling — we work with you to support your personal needs
• We leave on time, and work stays at work
• No non-compete clause and straightforward 1-year contracts
• Community outreach through the Street Dog Coalition, providing quarterly free wellness clinics for underserved residents in South Chicago
• An established, supportive team that works hard and genuinely enjoys working together

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $110,000–$140,000, based on experience, skill set, and hours worked (negotiable)
• Future buy-in potential
• 35–40 hour work week with a flexible schedule
• $1,500 CE allowance + 3 paid CE days annually
• Paid state and DEA licensing
• 120 hours of PTO per year
• 75% employer-paid health, dental, and life insurance
• Paid liability and license defense insurance

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 2 years of small animal medical and surgical experience
• A veterinarian who values teamwork, client communication, and high-quality medicine
• Someone who wants long-term satisfaction, not burnout
• If you’re looking for a practice where you can enjoy your career, provide excellent care, and maintain real work–life balance, Animal Wellness Center of Monee may be the right fit for you.

At least 2 years experience in small animal medicine, surgery and dentistry

Current veterinary Illinois veterinary license