Associate Veterinarian
$77k - $160kVCA Animal Hospitals
Join us as an Associate Veterinarian, DVM at VCA Cairo Animal Hospital located in Highland Park, 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.
Questions? Please contact Laurel Norman at View email address on click.appcast.io
Students and new graduates are encouraged to apply and will receive dedicated mentorship
Why Join the Team?
VCA Cairo Animal Hospital, located in the scenic and historic suburb of Highland Park, IL , is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our friendly, collaborative team!
Our hospital has proudly served the Highland Park community and surrounding North Shore suburbs for over 30 years. Known for its charming lakefront, lush parks, vibrant arts scene, and hometown feel, Highland Park is a wonderful place to live and work—home to families, professionals, and even a few well-known sports figures!
Our multi-doctor practice emphasizes collaboration, communication, and high-quality medicine. Whether you’re a new graduate looking for mentorship or a seasoned doctor seeking a flexible schedule, our team is excited to welcome the right candidate who fits our culture.
Schedule
We’re open to part-time or full-time scheduling depending on the candidate’s needs.
Our current schedule priority includes:
Friday and Saturday availability strongly preferred
Additional coverage one weekday (Wednesday or Thursday) ideal, especially if interested in surgery
Ideally 3 days/week , with flexibility to adjust
We're seeking a DVM who can work 3 Saturdays per month , but we’re open to discussing accommodations
Cases
At VCA Cairo, we practice personalized, high-quality medicine with the support of a strong and skilled medical team.
Our services include:
Preventive care and wellness exams
Surgery (routine and some advanced soft tissue procedures)
Dentistry
Radiology and in-house lab capabilities
Chronic condition management and internal medicine
End-of-life care and client support
We welcome DVMs with varied interests, and while we’re primarily a dog-and-cat practice, we’re open to discussing exotics or other special skills you may bring.
Our clients are loyal and our staff is tenured, making this a wonderful environment to grow your career and truly make a difference in your community.
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 $77,000 to 160,000 range listed is based on a 24-40 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, Fidelity 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 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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