Associate Veterinarian

Company Description

Associate Veterinarian | Pulaski Animal Hospital | Chicago, IL | Flexible Scheduling | Mentorship

Pulaski Animal Hospital is excited to welcome an Associate Veterinarian to our established team in Chicago! We're a busy, community-focused small animal practice with a loyal client base, diverse caseload, and a team that genuinely enjoys working together.

We're open to both experienced veterinarians and new graduates. For a new grad, this is a great opportunity to join an experienced team where you can continue building confidence with wellness and preventive care while gaining exposure to a variety of medical and surgical cases.

Job Description

Why You'll Love Pulaski

A Schedule Built for Work-Life Balance
Our veterinarians typically work four 8-hour days per week, plus just 1-2 Saturdays per month.

• Monday-Friday: 9:00 AM-5:00 PM
• Saturday: 9:00 AM-3:00 PM
• Schedules are created one month in advance
• Rotating schedules allow our doctors opportunities for extended weekends

 

A Great Place to Grow
New graduates are welcome! With an experienced veterinary team and a wide variety of appointments, you'll have the opportunity to strengthen your skills and develop your own style of practicing medicine in a supportive environment.

Our hospital offers:

• Digital radiography and ultrasound
• In-house laboratory capabilities
• Dentistry and oral surgery
• Soft tissue and orthopedic surgery
• Internal medicine and preventive care
• Modern surgical and anesthetic monitoring
• Access to additional diagnostic and radiology support

 

A Diverse Chicago Community

Our team serves a diverse client population, including many Spanish-speaking families. Doctors interested in practicing their Spanish will have plenty of opportunities to do so, while our bilingual team members are always available to assist with translation. Spanish-speaking ability is absolutely not required!

 

An Established Practice with Deep Roots

Pulaski Animal Hospital has been caring for pets in the Chicago community since 1955 and has maintained AAHA standards for more than 40 years. We're proud of the relationships we've built with generations of clients and the trust our community places in our team.

We primarily care for dogs and cats and offer a broad range of preventive, medical, dental, diagnostic, and surgical services.

 

What We're Looking For

We're looking for a veterinarian who enjoys building relationships with clients, collaborating with a team, and providing thoughtful, high-quality care.

Whether you're an experienced DVM looking for a practice where you can settle in and have a great quality of life, or a new graduate looking for the right team to start your career with, we'd love to hear from you.

 

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• Generous signing bonus
• Flexible scheduling
• Only 1-2 Saturdays per month
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Continuing education support
• Professional dues and licensing support
• 401(k)
• Employee pet benefits
• Opportunities for professional growth
• Supportive, collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree from an accredited university
• Current or ability to obtain an Illinois veterinary license
• New graduates are encouraged to apply - mentorship and support are available
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Collaborative, team-oriented approach to patient care
• Commitment to providing compassionate, high-quality veterinary medicine
• Interest in continued learning and professional growth

Additional Information

 

WE ARE A DRUG-FREE, SMOKE-FREE, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

Company Policy & Federal & State Laws Forbid Discrimination Because of Age, Color, Race, Religion, Sex, Disability, Sexual Orientation or National Origin.

For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job, and more, please visit the Alliance Animal Health Additional Job Description Details page.

 

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Employment Type: Full Time