Veterinarian

$120,000–$150,000 Base + Production No On-Call; AAHA-Accredited; Privately Owned Burr Ridge Veterinary Clinic – Darien, IL (Western Chicago Suburbs) Burr Ridge Veterinary Clinic, a privately owned, AAHA-accredited small animal hospital in the western Chicago suburbs, is seeking a full- or part-time Associate Veterinarian to join our collaborative, Fear Free–focused team. We have proudly served the pets and families of our community since 1975 and are known for providing compassionate, stress‑free, relationship‑centered care. Many of our team members have been with us for over a decade — a testament to our supportive culture and work‑life balance. What Sets Our Practice Apart No on-call or after-hours responsibilities 30-minute, appointment-based scheduling Dedicated certified technician for every appointment Three dedicated certified technicians assigned during surgery shifts Privately owned — medical decisions driven by patient care, not corporate metrics Long‑standing, loyal and appreciative clientele who support comprehensive care for their pets AAHA-accredited since 1992 Fear Free Certified Professionals on staff Cloud-based EMR Our spacious hospital has 8 exam rooms including a dedicated cat room and a comfort room. Equipment & Medical Capabilities Abaxis & Zoetis in‑house laboratory equipment as well as 2x daily coordination with commercial labs Digital full-body and intraoral radiography Ultrasound EKG & Holter monitoring TonoVet Electrocautery Digital surgical monitoring Surgical and therapeutic laser We support growth in soft‑tissue surgery, internal medicine, and special interests — including exotic and avian medicine, if desired. Compensation & Benefits Base salary: $120,000–$150,000 (commensurate with experience) ProSal model with no negative accrual Medical & dental insurance Generous PTO 401(k) with employer match + profit sharing CE stipend All professional dues and license fees covered Uniform allowance Employee pet care discount About You We welcome experienced veterinarians and confident new graduates. You are: Proficient (or ready to develop) in soft‑tissue surgery and internal medicine A strong communicator who values client education Compassionate, professional, and team‑oriented Interested in practicing high‑quality small animal medicine in a supportive environment Location Darien Illinois offers highly rated schools, low crime rates, vibrant neighborhoods and easy access to major expressways. We’re located just 30 minutes from downtown Chicago and two international airports. Enjoy suburban living with world‑class dining, entertainment and sports nearby but easily get away to quiet outdoor space as well. You really can have it all! Burr Ridge Veterinary Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace. #J-18808-Ljbffr