Veterinarian

Fairview Heights Animal Clinic; Fairview Heights (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $25,000

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Generous PTO and continuing education allowance

Job summary

Fairview Heights Animal Clinic is seeking a part-time or full-time Veterinarian to join their dedicated team. This position offers a competitive salary, flexible scheduling with no late nights, and ample support staff to ensure outstanding patient care. The clinic prioritizes professional growth through continuous development and community engagement.

Qualifications

• Licensed in good standing to practice in Illinois.
• Experience preferred but open to new graduates.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive medical care and surgical treatment.
• Communicate effectively with pet owners regarding care.

Skills

Animal care

Client communication

Education

DVM or VMD degree from an accredited university

Job description

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Fairview Heights Animal Clinic provided pay range

This range is provided by Fairview Heights Animal Clinic. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$110,000.00/yr - $140,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types

Annual Bonus and Sign-on bonus

Direct message the job poster from Fairview Heights Animal Clinic

Senior DVM Recruiter @ Veterinary Practice Partners | Driving Growth in Veterinary Medicine

Fairview Heights Animal Clinic and the Animal Hospital of O’Fallon is hiring a part-time or full-time Veterinarian to join our team!

What to expect:

• Salary: $110,000 - $140,000 per year
• Sign-on Bonus: Up to $25,000
• Schedule: open to full-time or part-time, flexible options

As a member of our team, you can look forward to support in both your professional and personal life through:

• A schedule that respects your time: Our flexible scheduling prioritizes your work-life balance—no late nights or on-call duties required.
• Ample Support Staff: A 2:1 tech-to-doctor ratio ensures you have the resources and respect needed to provide outstanding patient care.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Beyond health, dental, vision, and retirement plans, we offer a competitive salary with high earning potential, relocation assistance, a 3.5% employer match on your 401(k), generous PTO with extra time for continuing education, and an annual CE allowance. We also cover state licensing costs; DEA, AVMA PLIT, and membership fees (AVMA, ISVMA, MVMA, VIN, etc.).
• Ongoing Professional Development: We emphasize continuous learning for all staff. We offer a career development program with case-based learning, regular collaborative meetings, and local spay/neuter partnerships to advance your surgical skills. Performing surgery is optional, but there are many opportunities to advance skills in dental work, and many other surgery types.
• Structured Mentorship: Access to VPP Academy and a wealth of community resources to support your professional growth.
• Community Engagement: Fairview Heights Animal Clinic and the Animal Hospital of O'Fallon actively support local initiatives, from providing lunches to children in need to organizing donation drives for a local shelter.
• Future Ownership Opportunity: Elevate your career through our buy-in partnership program, allowing you to gain ownership benefits while maintaining clinical autonomy. With our experienced team and robust resources, you’ll find support in achieving both personal and professional success in a collaborative, growth-driven environment.
• Strong Team Culture: We are committed to fostering a collaborative team culture and take pride in our low turnover, thanks to our dedication to providing ample resources and ongoing training for our team members.

About us:

Fairview Heights Animal Clinic and the Animal Hospital of O’Fallon are sister clinics that are integral parts of the St. Clair County, Illinois, community. Our two locations in the county offer state-of-the-art care, diagnostic procedures, routine examinations, skilled and experienced staff, as well as boarding and grooming.

Whether it’s routine medical care, emergency services, or treatment due to illness, rest assured that our entire staff will treat your pet as one of our own. We provide comprehensive medical, surgical, and dental care to a variety of animal patients, including small animals and exotics. We're a one-stop shop for pet care, and we'd love to welcome you into our family. Our highly trained staff has completed all necessary and continuing education courses to work here. However, we also believe that staff training is a key part of the success of our clinic, so we provide four hours of staff training every two weeks. This ensures all our patients get top-notch care.

Our Mission: The entire staff at Fairview Heights Animal Clinic and the Animal Hospital of O'Fallon provide the highest quality medical and surgical care to our patients and the best possible service to our clients. We treat your pets like our own, with special attention to personalized care. We hold ourselves to the highest standards because that is what you and your pet deserve.

Our Clients LOVE us and WE love them!

"We have gone to Dr Ziegler for over 20 years and he has gone above and beyond for us on numerous occasions and last night as our Riley Roo crossed over the Rainbow Bridge he was there for us. I highly recommend him and am so grateful for all he has done for us over the years"

~Vic Miller

About O’Fallon, IL:

Located in the popular O’Fallon, Illinois neighborhood, we are proud to serve our military clients and locals to meet the ever-changing needs of their pets. This hospital is in a walkable neighborhood, just a short walk from O’Fallon City Park and a few minutes away from Scott Airforce Base, and close to many fast foods and dine-in restaurants!

We’d love to chat with you about our clinic and the community we serve. Connect with us today—we can’t wait to meet you! Check out our Website & Facebook!

Requirements:

• DVM or VMD degree from an accredited university
• Licensure in good standing to practice in the state of Illinois

We are dedicated to establishing a culture that celebrates all forms of diversity and allows us to be an inclusive service provider in this community.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Veterinary Services

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Disability insurance

Student loan assistance

Tuition assistance

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