Associate Veterinarian, 4-Day Week, Up to $50K Sign-On

An AAHA-accredited, full-service animal hospital southwest of the Chicago metro is hiring a full-time Associate Veterinarian.

The hospital sees dogs, cats, and exotic pets and also serves as a referral center for orthopedic and soft-tissue surgery. It has a long history in the community and strong ties to breeders, handlers, and rescue groups.

Key Highlights:

• 4-day work week; hospital open Monday to Friday 8:00am to 5:30pm and Saturday 8:00am to 12:00pm, closed Sundays
• No after-hours or on-call responsibilities
• IDEXX in-house lab, digital radiography, ultrasound, EKG, and laser therapy
• Routine and advanced surgery, including laparoscopic-assisted gastropexy
• Certified PennHIP provider
• Potential pathway to partnership and practice ownership

About You:

• DVM or VMD from an accredited school
• Valid Illinois veterinary license
• 3+ years of clinical experience preferred

Benefits:

• $140,000 to $170,000 total earning potential (ProSal), plus monthly production bonuses (no negative accrual)
• Sign-on bonus of up to $50,000
• Relocation assistance available
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with 3.5% employer match
• Generous PTO, CE allowance, and uniform allowance
• Paid licensing, AVMA-PLIT, and membership dues
• Pet care discounts

Next Steps

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Jason Honea
Vice President | Veterinary Recruiting
Redbird Recruiting
602-890-8173
jason@redbirdjobs.com
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