Veterinarian - Vernon Hills Animal Hospital

Heartland Veterinary Partners; Mundelein (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Heartland Veterinary Partners is hiring an Associate Veterinarian for Vernon Hills Animal Hospital. In this role, you will provide care for a variety of animals, including dogs, cats, and exotics. The practice offers a generous $75K sign-on bonus, competitive compensation, and flexible scheduling options to cultivate your veterinary career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Sign on Bonus: $75k

Unlimited personal time

Health insurance

401(k) retirement benefits with match

CE and licensure reimbursement

Flexible work schedules

Relocation assistance available

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from an accredited AVMA institution.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Examine and treat companion animals to determine disease or injuries.
• Perform surgery and prescribe medication as needed.
• Maintain patients’ medical records.

Skills

Communication

Surgery

Counseling

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree

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Practice

At Vernon Hills Animal Hospital, although our focus is on dogs and cats, we are unique because we see many species of pets. You may see a baby sloth, an iguana, a rabbit, or a hedgehog in one of our exam rooms on any given day.

Practice

At Vernon Hills Animal Hospital, although our focus is on dogs and cats, we are unique because we see many species of pets. You may see a baby sloth, an iguana, a rabbit, or a hedgehog in one of our exam rooms on any given day.

Our services include general medicine and surgery (including laser surgery), wellness care and vaccinations, exotic animal medicine and surgery, geriatric medicine, dentistry, radiography (general and dental), therapeutic cold laser treatments, and laboratory services.

Position Purpose

Shape Your Veterinary Career—On Your Terms!

Vernon Hills Animal Hospital is looking for an Associate Veterinarian who is ready to take the next step in their career—whether you're a seasoned doctor or a new graduate eager to learn. Since 1985, we’ve been dedicated to providing top-tier care, and now we’re looking for a passionate, personable, and motivated doctor to join our thriving practice.

Why Choose Us?

Support & Mentorship – Our experienced doctors are ready to help you grow, whether it’s in surgery, dentistry, small mammals, or even developing strong business acumen.

A Strong and Generous Sign-On Bonus! – We believe in investing in our team, and that starts with offering a $75K sign-on bonus to support your transition.

The Right Tools for You – We have advanced equipment, and if there’s something you love using, we’re happy to invest in it!

Engaged Clients – Our pet parents trust our recommendations and are fully invested in their pets' health, so you can practice your best medicine.

Work the Way You Want – Full-time? Part-time? You decide! We’ll work with you to create the ideal schedule and compensation package.

This is your career, your opportunity, your future—tell us what matters most to you, and we’ll make it happen!

Ready to take the next step? Let’s talk!

Essential Responsibilities

• Examine and treat companion animals to detect and determine the nature of disease or injuries.
• Operate diagnostic equipment and collect diagnostic samples as well as interpret results.
• Advise pet owners on preventative care and treatment options.
• Perform surgery and prescribe medication as needed.
• Provide counsel around pet end of life care.
• Maintain patients’ medical records.
• Ensures compliance with veterinary ethics and relevant statues, policies, and procedures.
  
  

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from an accredited AVMA institution.
• Appropriate state licensure.
• Eligibility to obtain DEA/BNDD.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrates professional and courteous presentation consistently with staff and clients.
• Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 25 pounds with assistance.
  
  

Benefits Offered

• Competitive Compensation - All salary ranges are negotiable based on experience
• Sign on Bonus: $75k
• Unlimited personal time
• Bonus incentives
• Health insurance; dental insurance; vision insurance
• Retirement benefits (401(k), Roth(k) with match)
• CE and licensure reimbursement
• Flexible work schedules
• Managing career path development
• Employee Assistance Program
• DVM Referral Program
• Mental Health Resources
• Relocation assistance available

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Veterinary Services

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