Associate Veterinarian | Chicago Cat Clinic

Chicago Cat Clinic•Chicago, IL

6d•$100,000 - $120,000•Onsite

About The Position

Chicago Cat Clinic, the city's oldest feline-only veterinary clinic, is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join their dedicated team. This practice, founded in 1975, focuses exclusively on feline veterinary care, offering a calm, quiet, and canine-free environment. The role is ideal for a veterinarian with a strong interest in feline medicine who enjoys client education, collaboration, and practicing high-quality compassionate care. The clinic has a respected history and a strong reputation, with low staff turnover, making this a rare opportunity to join a passionate team dedicated to the health and happiness of cats.

Requirements

DVM/VMD degree from an accredited AVMA institution.
Appropriate state licensure.
Eligibility to obtain DEA/BNDD.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrates professional and courteous presentation consistently with staff and clients.
Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 25 pounds with assistance.

Nice To Haves

Loves cats and has a strong interest in feline medicine
Enjoys client education and building long-term relationships
Values collaboration, communication, and teamwork
Practices compassionate, high-quality medicine
Is excited about joining a practice where vacancies do not happen often

Responsibilities

Examine and treat companion animals to detect and determine the nature of disease or injuries.
Operate diagnostic equipment and collect diagnostic samples as well as interpret results.
Advise pet owners on preventative care and treatment options.
Perform surgery and prescribe medication as needed.
Provide counsel around pet end of life care.
Maintain patients’ medical records.
Ensures compliance with veterinary ethics and relevant statues, policies, and procedures.