Associate Veterinarian

Position Overview Full Time Associate Veterinarian | Signing Bonus up to $100K | $110,000 Starting Salary | Mentorship Opportunities Lakeside Spears Animal Hospital, a well‑established 3‑doctor practice in Carbondale, IL, is seeking a dedicated Associate Veterinarian to join our mission‑driven team. We offer comprehensive hospital care, surgery, urgent care, dentistry, diagnostics, radiology, ultrasonography, and CT. As the only emergency veterinary practice within two hours, Lakeside Veterinary Hospital provides essential services to pets in our community, specializing in small animal care. With access to a wide variety of cases and a supportive team, you’ll be part of a critical resource for local pets and families. We are committed to integrity, service, and excellence, providing the highest level of care through advanced, state‑of‑the‑art diagnostic equipment. CT Machine, Ultrasound, and X‑ray – Advanced imaging for accurate, timely diagnostics. In‑House Labs – Chemistry and hematology analyzer, blood gases, and more to support quick decision‑making. Responsibilities As a General Practice Veterinarian at Lakeside Veterinary Hospital, you will handle a diverse caseload and work side‑by‑side with a compassionate team of professionals. We empower our DVMs to practice medicine in a way that aligns with their individual styles, ensuring that you can serve our clients and their pets to the best of your abilities. Qualifications Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, or equivalent, from an accredited university Current DEA License or obtained upon hire Active Veterinary State License USDA Accreditation or obtained upon hire Benefits Signing Bonus up to $100,000 Advanced Diagnostic Capabilities and state‑of‑the‑art equipment including CT, radiology, ultrasonography, and more Medical Autonomy – practice medicine your way Flexible scheduling to ensure a great work‑life balance Full benefits including PTO, health/dental/vision/life insurance, 401K, and pet care discounts Competitive compensation DVM Mentor Network for continuous professional development Paid Continuing Education (CE) Allowance & Professional Dues Generous Sign‑On Bonus, Relocation Assistance, and Student Loan Aid A network of support: Backed by a powerful network named one of Inc.'s Best Workplaces 2025 Location Carbondale, Illinois. Legal We are a drug‑free equal opportunity employer. Company policy forbids discrimination because of age, color, race, religion, sex, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or national origin. #J-18808-Ljbffr University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign College of Veterinary Medicine