Associate Veterinarian

Associate Veterinarian– Chicagoland

Thrive Arlington Heights is seeking a confident, experienced Associate Veterinarian to join our growing team in Arlington Heights, Illinois.

We’re looking for a small animal veterinarian with experience in general practice, preventive care, and primary care surgery to serve our diverse Chicagoland client base.

Let’s connect about what Thrive has to offer, including:

• Competitive base salary + production-based compensation paid quarterly (no long-term negative accrual)
• Sign-on and relocation support plus retention bonuses at year one and two anniversaries
• Flexible scheduling designed to support work-life balance

About You

You’re a confident, experienced small animal veterinarian in general practice who enjoys practicing high-quality medicine while building meaningful relationships with clients and your team. You’re comfortable managing wellness, preventive care, and sick/urgent cases independently and bring strong clinical judgment to each appointment.

It’s preferred if you are confident performing primary care procedures,while also recognizing the value of collaboration and support. You enjoy mentoring others, utilizing your team effectively, and contributing to a positive, efficient workflow.

What You Bring:

• Strong experience in small animal medicine (dogs & cats)
• Confidence with wellness exams, preventive care, and sick visits
• Proficiency in primary care surgery (preferred)
• Excellent communication and client education skills
• A collaborative mindset and ability to support and grow your team

You’re looking for a practice where your experience is valued, your voice matters, and you can continue to grow as both a clinician and a leader.

About Thrive Arlington Heights

Thrive Arlington Heights is a modern, well-equipped small animal primary care hospital serving the greater Chicagoland community - including Arlington Heights, Chicago, and the surrounding northwest suburbs. Our reputation extends beyond our immediate area, with clients traveling significant distances for the level of care and consistency our team provides.

Our clinic is thoughtfully designed to support a low-stress, fear-free approach, featuring a dedicated cat room and a spacious, open treatment area that promotes efficiency, collaboration, and excellent patient care.

We pride ourselves on a strong, team-centered culture where support staff and veterinarians work seamlessly together. You’ll be backed by skilledtechnicians and an engaged leadership team that prioritizes communication, growth, and a positive daily experience.

What Sets Us Apart:

• Collaborative, team-first culture with a strong focus on support and respect
• Fear-free approach with a cat-specific exam space and open treatment layout
• Advanced, centralized PIMS with built-in dictation tools for efficient medical records
• Broad case mix including wellness exams, preventive care, sick visits, soft tissue surgery, and dentistry
• Diverse, high-volume caseload with clients from across Chicagoland and beyond
• Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance and prevent burnout
• Opportunity to contribute to a growing hospital and help shape its future

Located in one of Chicagoland’s most desirable suburbs, Arlington Heights offers the best of both worlds - access to the energy of downtown Chicago with the comfort of a vibrant, community-focused suburb just a short train ride away.

At Thrive, you’ll find more than just a job - you’ll find a team that values your experience, supports your growth, and empowers you to practice the kind of medicine you’re proud of.Click here to learn more.

To learn more about this opportunity, apply today, or reach out to us at

GPrecruiting@thrivepet.com

Compensation is negotiable based on credentials and experience with an annual PROSAL full-time range starting at $120,000 to $160,000/year. The actual salary offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Your Experience & Skills

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM / VMD) or equivalent degree required
• State Veterinary Board License and must be in good standing for the state in which they intend to be hired, prior to their start date
• Active DEA license or DEA licensure eligible

Benefits – Our Care In Action

Thrive offers a suite of benefits to support team members’ emotional, physical, professional, and financial wellbeing. In addition to our health and life insurance, and short- and long- term disability plans, we offer eligible team members:

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with employer match 
• Mental health resources, including easy access to therapy through Lyra Health 
• Paid parental leave
• Purr-ental leave for when you adopt a pet 
• Subsidized backup childcare and elder care 
• Expert advice, support and network discounts for fertility and family planning 
• FREE CE courses
• Pet perks and veterinary service discounts 
• Student loan support tools and assistance 

*Some benefits shown are only for full-time team members who work 30 hours or more per week. Certain Benefits may be subject to waiting periods or length of service requirements.

Thrive’s Medical Excellence and Education Department leads training and mentorship programs designed to support and empower you with the knowledge, tools, and resources to strengthen and nurture your professional journey.

Plus, we offer rich Medical Excellence through Education programs including Meant to Thrive doctor mentorship, comprehensive RACE-accredited dental education, team and patient safety resources and guidance - and more! 

About Thrive

Thrive Pet Healthcare creates the future of pet well-being through medical excellence, innovative technology, and a connected community of teams and partners. Today, its network of 360+ primary, emergency, and specialty hospitals across the U.S. cares for pets of all ages and health needs, while portfolio companies provide tools and technology that help veterinary teams work smarter and deliver better care. Thrive invests in its people—through mentorship, leadership programs, continuing education, and well-being initiatives—so teams can grow and feel supported. For pet owners, convenient solutions such as a mobile app, digital booking, Thrive PlusTM membership, HereFurYou Helpline, an online pharmacy and flexible financial options* make accessing quality care simpler— giving families the peace of mind their pets deserve. Learn more at thrivepetcare.com.

We welcome you to join our story and join where #WeThriveTogether.

At Thrive Pet Healthcare, we celebrate and embrace the uniqueness and diversity of all of our team members, pet owners, and pets. We strive to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture where all team members are empowered and feel a sense of belonging.