Associate Veterinarian

Introduction Our client is a hospital hiring a full-time Associate Veterinarian to join their small animal practice. This AAHA-accredited, full-service hospital has been serving the Morris, Coal City, and surrounding Illinois communities since 1975 and is dedicated to delivering comprehensive medical care for pets of all ages and breeds. The practice is open to both experienced veterinarians and new graduates seeking a supportive environment with advanced medical capabilities and a collaborative team culture. Role Description and Responsibilities The Associate Veterinarian will provide comprehensive medical, surgical, and dental care for small animal patients. Responsibilities include preventative care, diagnostics, internal medicine, wellness exams, dental procedures, and both routine and advanced surgeries including orthopedic procedures, gastropexy, hernia repair, and foreign body removal. The role offers exposure to a varied caseload through the hospital's work as a referral center for orthopedic and soft tissue surgeries. Veterinarians will work closely with a supportive team while delivering high-quality patient care and building strong client relationships. Both experienced veterinarians and new graduates are encouraged to apply. Practice Details This AAHA-accredited, full-service veterinary hospital is equipped with advanced technology including an IDEXX in-house laboratory, digital radiography, ultrasound, and electrocardiogram (EKG) capabilities. The practice also offers laser therapy and is a certified PennHIP provider utilizing specialized radiographic techniques for evaluating hip joint laxity in dogs. Services include preventative care, diagnostic care, surgical services, dental services, gastropexy, internal medicine, puppy and kitten care, senior pet care, orthopedic surgery, foreign body removal, laser therapy, and hernia repair. The hospital also functions as a trusted referral center performing orthopedic and soft tissue surgeries for surrounding veterinary clinics. Hospital hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:30 pm, Saturday from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm, and closed on Sundays. Team The hospital currently has 4 DVMs supported by a great tenured support team. The environment is collaborative, supportive, and focused on delivering exceptional patient care while encouraging continued professional development. Candidate Requirements Must hold the relevant degree(s) and additional qualifications to work as a veterinarian in the United States of America (USA) Must hold, be in the process of, or be able to obtain, a state license for the state they are applying to work in Must have the right to work in the United States of America (USA), or be able to obtain the required visa to do so About Tempus Recruitment This is a brief overview of the role, therefore we fully appreciate there are always more questions to be asked about the job, the company, and so on. We assure you that Tempus Recruitment are here to help and are more than happy to get those questions answered for you in advance of any potential interviews. We are here to make the recruitment process simple and stress free, working with our clients to ensure that you have all the information you need before formally making an application. Haven't Worked with a Recruiter Before? No Problem! All communication is 100% private and confidential Our service is completely FREE for candidates looking for a new job We have exclusive roles not being advertised publicly We tailor job searches to your specific needs, therefore you will only get sent roles that match your requirements What Happens Next Interested in this position or others that we can offer? Apply now or request a call back! One of our expert recruiters will reach out to you to gather all the relevant information regarding your search. This will then allow us to put together a tailored jobs list based on your requirements. #IHTVRP The Package Salary up to $170,000 (Annual) Base Salary $140-170k + Production Signing Bonus of $50k! No negative accrual! CE Allowance Health, dental, vision insurance with HSA/FSA, infertility benefits 401k Match Paid parental, vacation and sick leave Pet care for own pets 100% paid professional liability coverage 100% paid life insurance 100% paid short-term disability insurance Flexible scheduling for work/life balance Hours: Full Time Employment Type: Full Time Salary: $140,000 - $170,000 Annual