Associate Veterinarian | Mentorship Opportunities
About The Position
Lakeside Spears Animal Hospital is seeking a full-time Associate Veterinarian for its well-established three-doctor practice in Carbondale, Illinois. The hospital provides small-animal care, including general practice, surgery, urgent and emergency care, dentistry, diagnostics, radiology, ultrasonography, and CT. It is the only emergency veterinary practice within two hours and serves as an important resource for pets and families in the community. The veterinarian will handle a diverse caseload alongside a compassionate team. Doctors are empowered to practice medicine in a way that aligns with their individual styles. The practice emphasizes integrity, service, and excellence, and offers advanced diagnostic equipment and a supportive, collaborative environment. Experienced veterinarians are preferred, while new graduates seeking mentorship are encouraged to apply. The position is described as full-time with day shifts. Compensation starts at $110,000 annually; the first-year total compensation package may range from $110,000 to $180,000 or more, depending on experience, schedule, location, and production. Compensation may include base salary, production incentives, a sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, and other applicable benefits and incentives. A signing bonus of up to $100,000 is advertised.
Requirements
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, or equivalent, from an accredited university.
- Current DEA license, or ability to obtain one upon hire.
- Active veterinary state license.
- USDA accreditation, or ability to obtain it upon hire.
- Proficiency in general medicine and surgery.
- Compassionate, team-oriented approach and strong communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- Prior veterinary experience is preferred.
- New graduates seeking mentorship are encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
- Provide general veterinary medicine and surgery.
- Handle a diverse caseload in collaboration with a compassionate team.
- Serve clients and their pets while practicing medicine in a manner aligned with individual clinical styles.
Benefits
- Signing bonus up to $100,000.
- Flexible scheduling.
- Paid time off (PTO).
- Health insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- Life insurance.
- 401(k).
- Pet care discounts.
- Paid continuing education allowance.
- Professional dues.
- Relocation assistance.
- Student loan aid.
- DVM mentor network and professional development support.
- Competitive compensation, potentially including production incentives.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
