Associate Veterinarian

Cobb & Co Veterinary Clinic • Elgin, IL

8d • $125,000 - $250,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

We are an independently owned, two-location veterinary practice seeking another veterinarian to join our team. Cobb & Co has experienced significant growth, and we recently added South Town Animal Hospital, which has a long history and loyal clients. South Town is entering a period of change and growth, involving new technology, improved systems, enhanced training, evolving workflows, and higher expectations. We are looking for individuals who are enthusiastic about these changes and eager to contribute to shaping the future of our practice. This role requires a veterinarian who prioritizes practicing good medicine, continuous learning, teamwork, and adaptability. We value a collaborative environment where technicians and assistants are involved in patient care, and feedback is openly exchanged. Our core values are Patient First, Client Centered, Positive, Collaborative, and Progressive, which guide our hiring, coaching, problem-solving, and strategic decisions. We support veterinarians with an organized onboarding process, structured mentorship, and a gradual increase in independence. This position offers the opportunity to practice excellent medicine, have a voice in practice development, and work with a dedicated team across two hospitals.

Requirements

• Must be a veterinarian
• Demonstrate a commitment to practicing good medicine
• Show a willingness to keep learning
• Be comfortable admitting when you don't know something and seeking solutions
• Respect technicians and assistants and involve them in patient care
• Be able to disagree respectfully
• Be able to give and receive feedback
• Take ownership of mistakes
• Be adaptable to change
• Be able to collaborate and make decisions
• Be a good human to work with
• Possess coachability, judgment, and curiosity
• Be able to work well with other people

Nice To Haves

• Interest in dentistry
• Interest in surgery
• Interest in internal medicine
• Interest in ultrasound
• Interest in behavior
• Interest in dermatology
• Interest in other specialized veterinary fields

Responsibilities

• Practice good medicine
• Engage in continuous learning
• Collaborate effectively with team members, including technicians and assistants
• Provide and receive feedback constructively
• Own mistakes and take accountability
• Adapt to change positively
• Make decisions while collaborating
• Contribute to patient care and client communication
• Participate constructively in practice changes
• Potentially work at both hospital locations depending on the role and schedule

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Continuing education (CE) allowance
• Professional dues coverage
• Liability coverage
• Employee pet benefits
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible scheduling

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed