Associate Veterinarian

Company: VCA Animal Hospitals
Location: Chicago
Posted on: April 7, 2025

Job Description:

Join us as an Associate Veterinarian, at VCA Ark Animal Hospital in Chicago, IL, and you'll quickly discover that you're well supported by world-class medicine, technology, facilities, and a talented team. You'll be empowered to do your best work with a team you can count on. At VCA, the future of veterinary medicine is in our hands.

Please ensure you read the below overview and requirements for this employment opportunity completely.

Questions? Please email Laurel Norman at laurel.norman@vca.com

Students and new graduates are encouraged to apply and will receive dedicated mentorship

Why Join the Team?

Mentorship and Growth: VCA proudly supports new veterinarians' growth. Newly graduated veterinarians (and current veterinary students) are encouraged to apply, benefiting from individualized support through our 6-month mentorship program and collaborative team environment.

Renovated AAHA-Certified Facility: Our recently renovated hospital features dedicated doctor stations, EMR, and advanced equipment such as ultrasound, cold/therapeutic lasers, and separate surgical and dental suites.

Work-Life Balance: At VCA Ark, we prioritize balance with flexible schedules and Sunday closures, fostering a supportive, family-like team atmosphere. Our highly trained support staff, including two CVTs, maintain a two-to-one tech-to-doctor ratio on each shift.

Chicago Location: Located near the vibrant downtown Chicago, which has been voted "Best Large City in the U.S." three years in a row, VCA Ark is close to world-class museums, sports stadiums, award-winning dining, and beautiful parks and beaches. Chicago offers a unique mix of big-city amenities with a close-knit community feel.

Schedule

Flexible Scheduling: Enjoy a work-life balance with a schedule that values flexibility and closed Sundays.

Cases

Comprehensive Care: We provide wellness exams, diagnostics, vaccinations, and preventative care for pets.

Advanced Diagnostics and Surgery: Utilize ultrasound, digital radiography, and our dedicated surgical and dental suites to deliver top-notch patient care.

Therapeutic and Specialty Services: Use our cold/therapeutic lasers and dedicated treatment areas to enhance recovery and quality of life.

Who we look for

People obsessed with pets and their care

Dedicated experts who want to provide world-class medicine

Collaborators who enjoy teaching others and working as a team

Curious lifelong learners who want to grow and thrive for a dynamic and fulfilling career

Empathetic partners who develop strong client and Associate relationships built on trust

Total Rewards

As a VCA Associate, eligible full-time employees will be rewarded with a comprehensive package, including:

Compensation

Salary is negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities and other relevant credentials. The annual salary range for this position is $115K - $150K. The salary range listed is based on a 40-hour work week.

This position may also be eligible for other variable pay programs.

Health & Well-being

Innovative Associate health and well-being resources (Headspace app, Vault financial wellness tool, and access to additional mental health resources including Lyra Health)

401k retirement savings plan with company match

Health/dental/vision insurance, infertility and gender affirmation benefits

Paid parental, vacation and sick leave

Professional Development

Continuing Education Allowance and paid Continuing Education Days

WOOF University - offering abundant CE for Doctors and the care team

Opportunities to participate in a robust Clinical Studies program

Discover Additional Benefits Benefits - VCA (vcacareers.com) (open link in new window)

Qualifications

A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, from an accredited university or equivalent

Licensure in good standing to practice in (IL), or the ability to obtain

A commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics

About VCA

VCA is a leader in veterinary care and is committed to taking care of the future of veterinary medicine. With a network of 1,000 animal hospitals, we impact pets, people and our communities by delivering world-class medicine with hometown care to over 4.5 million pets annually.

Trusted and empowered, our 35,000 Associates collaborate and unleash their unique power to achieve the best outcomes. With access to endless resources, we continuously learn and share knowledge to build fulfilling careers, push our profession forward and make a lasting impact on our shared future.

VCA is part of the Mars Veterinary Health family of brands, working towards A Better World for Pets---. Learn more at www.vca.com or find us on social media.

Learn more about the hospital [Link to hospital website]

If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.

Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!

The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com

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