Associate Veterinarian - High-Volume Surgery & Shelter Medicine

Brown Animal Hospital

Associate Veterinarian - High-Volume Surgery & Shelter Medicine

Brown Animal Hospital | Peoria, IL

Make a Difference Through Surgery. Support Your Community. Practice with Purpose.

Brown Animal Hospital is seeking a compassionate and skilled Associate Veterinarian to join our partnership with Peoria County Animal Protection Services (PCAPS). This unique opportunity is ideal for a veterinarian who enjoys high-volume spay and neuter surgery, values community outreach, and wants to make a meaningful impact on animal welfare while maintaining an excellent work-life balance.

Working alongside Brown Animal Hospital and PCAPS, you'll play a vital role in reducing pet overpopulation by performing high-quality, high-volume sterilization procedures while providing care for shelter animals in need.

About the Role

This position focuses primarily on high-volume spay and neuter surgery performed aboard the PCAPS mobile surgical unit.

Schedule:

Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday

7:30 AM - 4:00 PM

No emergency or on-call responsibilities

Each surgery day is dedicated to performing spay and neuter procedures. Once the surgery schedule is complete, you'll have the opportunity to evaluate and treat sick or injured shelter animals as needed, allowing you to combine surgery with meaningful shelter medicine.

This role offers a rewarding balance of surgical practice, community service, and predictable scheduling.

What You'll Do

Perform high-quality, high-volume canine and feline spay/neuter surgeries

Evaluate and treat shelter animals requiring medical care following the surgery schedule

Maintain efficient surgical workflow while prioritizing patient safety

Collaborate with the Brown Animal Hospital and PCAPS teams

Support shelter initiatives focused on improving animal welfare throughout Peoria County

Practice compassionate, high-quality veterinary medicine

Core Competencies

High-Volume Spay & Neuter Surgery

Shelter Medicine

Companion Animal Medicine

Surgical Efficiency

Patient Safety

Clinical Decision-Making

Animal Welfare

Team Collaboration

Time Management

Compassionate Patient Care

Community Outreach

What We Offer

Competitive base salary

Quarterly production with no negative accrual

Sign-on bonus

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Generous PTO with rollover

Paid parental leave

Annual CE allowance plus CE days

Professional development assistance

Paid professional dues and PLIT

Structured mentorship available

401(k) options

Personal pet discounts

Supportive and collaborative team culture

Qualifications

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree

Illinois veterinary license (or ability to obtain)

Experience in high-volume surgery and shelter medicine

Strong surgical skills or a desire to further develop surgical proficiency

Efficient, organized, and team-oriented

Passion for community medicine and improving animal welfare

Why You'll Love This Role

This is an outstanding opportunity for a veterinarian who loves surgery and wants to make an immediate impact in the community. You'll enjoy a consistent weekday schedule, spend the majority of your time in surgery, and have the opportunity to improve the lives of countless shelter animals through your partnership with PCAPS.

If you're passionate about surgery, shelter medicine, and serving your community, we'd love to meet you.

Join Brown Animal Hospital and PCAPS to make a lasting difference-one surgery, one patient, and one family at a time.
Our salary ranges are primarily determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and more depending on location. You will be provided more detailed information about compensation and benefits for your specific location. Where required under applicable law, the company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and similar benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.
The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and business needs.

#LI-EM1

Apply

Vacancy posted 10 hours ago

Similar jobs that could be interesting for youBased on the Associate Veterinarian - High-Volume Surgery & Shelter Medicine in Peoria, IL vacancy

Associate Veterinarian
...Associate Veterinarian | Brown Animal Hospital | Peoria, IL Brown Animal Hospital is... ...veterinarian who enjoys practicing high-quality medicine, values teamwork, and wants to grow... ...including preventive medicine, diagnostics, surgery, and wellness services. We are...
Suggested
Local area
Relocation package
Flexible hours
Brown Animal Hospital
Peoria, IL
12 hours ago
FULL TIME ASSOCIATE VETERINARIAN POSITION
...Associate Veterinarian - Brown Animal Hospital (Peoria, IL) Brown Animal Hospital... ...committed to providing high-quality, compassionate care... ...to advanced diagnostics and surgery. Their mission is to treat every... ...personalized, high-standard veterinary medicine. The Opportunity We are...
Suggested
Full time
Relocation package
Flexible hours
VCA Seaside Animal Hospital
Peoria, IL
12 hours ago
Associate Veterinarian - Pekin Veterinary Clinic
$110k - $140k
...seeking a compassionate and skilled Associate Veterinarian to join our team at Pekin... ...be passionate about providing high-quality veterinary care, enjoys doing surgery and dentistry and possess... ...opportunities for growth, collaborative medicine, and the chance to make a...
Suggested
Local area
Relocation
Flexible hours
PetVet Care Centers
Peoria, IL
14 days ago
Associate Veterinarian
...Description Job Description Job Title: Associate Veterinarian Location: Multiple Opportunities... ...doctors can focus on practicing high-quality medicine. If you're exploring new... ...management • Routine soft tissue surgery (spays, neuters, etc.) • Dentistry...
Suggested
Aeries Recruiting LLC
Peoria, IL
19 days ago
Associate Veterinarian
...Associate Veterinarian | Tender Care Animal Hospital | Morton, IL Tender Care Animal... ...veterinarian who is passionate about high-quality medicine, values teamwork, and is eager to continue... ...Care & Wellness General Surgery Veterinary Dentistry Client...
Suggested
Local area
Relocation package
Flexible hours
Tender Care Animal Hospital
Morton, IL
12 hours ago
Associate Veterinarian - Westbrook Animal Hospital
...Associate Veterinarian Lovet Pet Health Care is looking for new and experienced doctors to join our growing team! Benefits Sign‑on, production... ...– How You’ll Make a Difference Practice high‑quality medicine with up‑to‑date equipment including digital radiographs,...
Full time
8096 ARIZONA VETERINARY MEDICINE P.C
Peoria, IL
12 hours ago
Associate Veterinarian
...seeking a compassionate, motivated Associate Veterinarian to join our collaborative, multi-doctor... ...for a DVM who is passionate about high-quality medicine, enjoys working in a supportive environment... ...is confident in general medicine, surgery, and dentistry, with a focus on...
Local area
Relocation package
Flexible hours
VCA Seaside Animal Hospital
Morton, IL
12 hours ago
Associate veterinarian - veterinary hospital
$100k - $120k
...Peoria, Illinois, to recruit a Veterinarian to join its experienced and... ...for providing compassionate, high-quality veterinary care while... ...strong emphasis on preventative medicine, client education, and long-... ...laboratory • Soft tissue surgery • Comprehensive dentistry...
Permanent employment
Relocation package
Peoria, IL
6 days ago
Associate Veterinarian
$120k - $140k
...Associate Veterinarian J613823 Washington Illinois USD120K- USD140K / Year Global Talent Partners is helping a well‑established, full‑service... ...with a diverse caseload including wellness, internal medicine, surgery, and dentistry. Why You'll Love It Modern facility with advanced...
Relocation package
Flexible hours
Global Talent Partners Veterinary
Washington, IL
12 hours ago
Medical Director Veterinarian
$150k
...Medical Director Veterinarian Brown Animal Hospital | Peoria... ...with Purpose. Practice Surgery. Grow a Thriving Hospital.... ...mentoring others, practicing high-quality medicine, and helping grow a well-established... ...Mentor and support associate veterinarians and support staff...
Local area
Relocation package
Flexible hours
Brown Animal Hospital
Peoria, IL
10 hours ago
Veterinarian
$100k - $120k
...Veterinarian - Peoria, IL Meadowbrook Veterinary Clinic is seeking... ...Doctor Ratio: Work alongside a highly trained and experienced... ...looking to expand your skills in surgery, dentistry, or beyond, we offer... ...: Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or VMD degree from an...
Full time
Part time
Relocation package
Monday to Friday
Flexible hours
Veterinary Practice Partners
Peoria, IL
12 hours ago
Veterinary Care: Veterinarian - Full Time
$90k - $120k
...Veterinarian – Meadowbrook Veterinary Clinic, Peoria, IL About the Clinic... ...such as TPLO, orthopedic surgery, abdominal ultrasounds, echocardiography... ...support team and maintain a high standard of client... ...Qualifications Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or Veterinary Medical...
Full time
Part time
Relocation package
Monday to Friday
Flexible hours
Dormont Manufacturing Company
Peoria, IL
12 hours ago
Associate Veterinarian
...Associated Veterinary Clinic is a privately-owned small animal hospital... ...in providing compassionate, high-quality care while building... ...pets. We are looking to add a veterinarian to our supportive and collaborative... ...passionate about veterinary medicine, communicate well with...
New Frontier Animal Medical Center
Washington, IL
24 days ago
Vetco Relief Veterinarian
$131 - $164 per hour
...Veterinary Services offers relief veterinarians the chance to work in two... ...placement. We do not offer surgeries, emergency, or illness care.... ...Requirements Doctor of Veterinary Medicine state license in good... ...hospitals provide access to high-quality veterinary care in 48...
Local area
All shifts
Flexible hours
Shift work
Weekend work
Weekday work
Vetco Clinics
Peoria, IL
4 days ago
Veterinarian veterinary hospital
$110k - $150k
...Veterinarian J812918 East Peoria, Illinois | Salary: USD110k – USD150k per year · Sign‑on bonuses... ...environment, the facility garners high praise for its sensitive handling of pet... ...ups Administer diagnostic procedures in surgery and dentistry Engage in client education...
Local area
Relocation package
Global Talent Partners Veterinary
East Peoria, IL
2 days ago
Associate Periodontist
$175k - $250k
*Associate Periodontist | Partnership & Ownership Potential* *Peoria... ...a loyal referral base, a highly experienced team, and a newly... ...therapy, and periodontal plastic surgery. *The Opportunity* *... ...Qualifications* * Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) or Doctor of Dental...
Work at office
Relocation
Christopher J Couri, DDS, LTD
Peoria, IL
12 hours ago
Veterinarian
$100k - $120k
...Veterinarian Associate Veterinarian – Join a Trusted, Modern Small-Animal Practice Join a well-established, 60+ year community practice... ...seeking a DVM with 3+ years of experience who values high-quality medicine, teamwork, and lasting client relationships. What We...
Relocation package
Flexible hours
Veterinary Solut!ons Services
Washington, IL
1 day ago
Mobile Veterinarian - Weekend Wellness Clinic
...Mobile Veterinarian - Weekend Wellness Clinics Searching for flexible, low-pressure veterinary shifts? Join ShotVet, one of the nation... ...Focused care model - vaccinations only (no sick exams, surgeries, emergencies, or euthanasia) No overnight shifts or on-call...
Flexible hours
Shift work
Weekend work
ShotVet
Peoria, IL
12 hours ago
Associate Professor/Professor (Assoc Chair of Research- Medicine)
$250k - $350k
...The Department of Medicine at the University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria (UICOMP) seeks a highly accomplished, collaborative, and visionary physician‑scientist to serve as Associate Professor/Professor and Associate Chair of Research. About the University...
Traineeship
University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria
Peoria, IL
1 day ago
Veterinarian veterinary hospital
$110k - $150k
...a warm, empathetic workplace environment, the facility garners high praise for its sensitive handling of pet care, particularly during... ...and medical work-ups - Administering diagnostic procedures in surgery and dentistry - Engaging in client education and maintaining...
Permanent employment
Local area
Relocation package
East Peoria, IL
a month ago
Mental Health Associate - Addiction Recovery Center
$22.54 - $37.64 per hour
Overview Mental Health Associate works with the treatment team to ensure complete coordination of the patient treatment plan from admission... ...healthcare professionals through Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world’s first engineering-based medical school, and...
Local area
Shift work
Carle Health
Peoria, IL
6 hours ago
Assistant/Associate Professor of Clinical Psychiatry (Adult Inpatient and Outpatient)
$299k - $335k
...Assistant/Associate Professor of Clinical Psychiatry (Adult Inpatient and Outpatient) Search... ...Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Medicine at theUniversity of Illinois College of... ...Candidates should share our commitment to high-qualitypatient care, scholarship, education...
Full time
Live in
University of Illinois Hospital and Health Sciences System
Peoria, IL
10 days ago
Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) - Methodist
$22.82 - $38.11 per hour
...Life Specialist (CCLS) within 1 year - Association of Child Life Professionals (ACLP) AND... ...teamwork strategies aimed at promoting high team performance and achieving optimal patient... ...College and Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world’s first engineering-based...
Internship
Local area
Relocation package
Shift work
Carle Health
Peoria, IL
5 days ago
Assistant/Associate/Professor (General OB/GYN)
$350k - $400k
...Close Date : 8/9/2026 Salary: $350,000 to $400,000 per year Discover your calling at the University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria, where we can offer a tailored position providing OB/GYN patient care, teaching future physicians in the heart of the Midwest...
Full time
Part time
Flexible hours
University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria
Peoria, IL
5 days ago
Asset Protection Associate
$18 - $31 per hour
...Overview This role focuses on the safety and security of our associates, customers and merchandise. Working in this role will involve... ...associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English...
Hourly pay
Minimum wage
Full time
Temporary work
Part time
Shift work
Walmart
Peoria, IL
2 days ago
Prepared Meals and Rotisserie Chicken Associate
$38k - $54k
...Prepared Meals and Rotisserie Chicken Associate Peoria, IL $38K - $54K Position Summary Do you have a knack for helping people, following... ...adapt to different work scenarios Responsibilities Ensuring high‑quality products are available in our prepared foods area Ensuring...
Hourly pay
Minimum wage
Full time
Temporary work
Part time
Immediate start
Flexible hours
Dormont Manufacturing Company
Peoria, IL
2 days ago
Produce Associate
$19 - $27 per hour
...collaborating with cross functional teams and helping educate other associates on tools, tasks, and resources; communicating effectively and... ...by valuing the member's experience in meat area and modeling high quality service and products; executing the basics at highest...
Hourly pay
Full time
Temporary work
Part time
Immediate start
Flexible hours
Sam's Club
Peoria, IL
1 day ago
Emergency Veterinarian - Emergency Veterinary Clinic
$140k - $160k
...potential with a lucrative opportunity as a Veterinarian, offering a comprehensive salary package... ...and is known for its low-drama, high-trust team culture, anchored in flexible... ...from preventative treatments to complex surgeries. With a focus on quality medical services...
Permanent employment
Relocation package
Flexible hours
Pekin, IL
28 days ago
Registered Branch Associate
...The posting may close early due to the volume of applicants. Join a financial services... ...center of our partnership. Edward Jones associates are seen, heard, respected, and... ...Managing multiple projects in a dynamic and highly collaborative organization Identifying...
Full time
Temporary work
Work at office
Flexible hours
Edward Jones
Washington, IL
12 hours ago
Cafe Associate
$19 - $27 per hour
...collaborating with cross functional teams and helping educate other associates on tools, tasks and resources; communicating effectively with... ...in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language...
Hourly pay
Minimum wage
Full time
Temporary work
Part time
Immediate start
Flexible hours
Walmart
Peoria, IL
3 days ago

Do you want to receive more vacancies?

Subscribe and receive similar vacancies to Associate Veterinarian - High-Volume Surgery & Shelter Medicine. Be the first to apply!