Description
Associate Veterinarian | Medical Director Candidates Welcome | Path to Ownership Available!
Loving Care Animal Hospital | 444 E. Northwest Highway, Palatine, IL 60074
- Compensation: $125,000 - $200,000 per year earning potential with no negative accrual
- Sign-on Bonus: Up to $25,000
Loving Care Animal Hospital is hiring a full-time Veterinarian to provide comprehensive medical, surgical, and dental care to a variety of animals, including cats and dogs. This is an exciting opportunity for a doctor who is not only looking to practice high-quality medicine but is also interested in growing into a Medical Director and potential partner role.
What to Expect:
- Work-Life Balance. Enjoy a consistent 4-day work week (Monday–Friday), with no weekends, and a dedicated daily lunch break from 1:00–2:00 PM, so you can recharge and enjoy life outside of work.
- 2:1 tech-to-doctor ratio. You will have the support—and respect—you need to be excellent for our patients. Our experienced technicians manage all tasks beyond doctor-specific responsibilities, so you can stay focused on practicing medicine and caring for patients
- Benefits & Perks: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA healthcare spending account, dependent care FSA, employer-paid short-term disability; voluntary long-term disability, 401(k) with a 3.5% company match; generous PTO plus paid CE days; annual CE allowance; full coverage of professional dues, licensing fees, DEA registration, AVMA PLIT, and memberships (AVMA, VIN, etc.)
- Partnership opportunities through Veterinary Practice Partners (VPP), where more than 260 partners co-own practices across 185 locations. VPP offers unmatched support in operations, marketing, and finance, allowing you to focus on your passion for veterinary medicine
About Loving Care Animal Hospital: Founded in 1999, Loving Care Animal Hospital has proudly served the Palatine community for over 25 years and is known for providing compassionate, gold-standard veterinary care. As a full-service hospital, we care for dogs, cats, and exotic pets, including reptiles, birds, and small mammals, offering our doctors a diverse and rewarding caseload. Our services include preventive and wellness care, advanced diagnostics, dentistry, surgery, and urgent care, all supported by a modern, well-equipped facility with same-day appointment availability.
Our team is highly collaborative, long-tenured, and supported by empowered technicians who allow doctors to focus on practicing exceptional medicine and building meaningful client relationships. Recognized multiple times as a Daily Herald "Top Pick & Best of the Best," Loving Care Animal Hospital is committed to treating every pet like family while fostering a positive, supportive culture where veterinarians can grow professionally. Whether you're looking to continue developing your clinical skills or take the next step toward leadership, you'll find the mentorship, support, and opportunity to thrive here.
We're seeking an experienced small-animal veterinarian who is confident in practicing high-quality general medicine and performing routine soft-tissue surgery. This is an excellent opportunity for a doctor interested in advancing to a Medical Director role and exploring future partnership opportunities. If you're looking for a collaborative team, the chance to make a lasting impact, and a long-term career home, we'd love to connect. Spanish-speaking skills are a plus, but not required.
Requirements:
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or VMD degree from an AVMA-accredited college
- Active veterinary license (or eligibility to obtain one) 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.
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