Associate Veterinarian

CareVet Health • Arlington Heights, IL

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Care Animal Hospital is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join their five-doctor collaborative team. This role offers a customized first-year compensation package up to $200K, based on experience, with options for a higher guaranteed base salary or a larger signing bonus. The position includes production pay, schedule flexibility, true paid time off, and strong clinical support. The hospital utilizes advanced diagnostics and rehabilitation services, with a mix of wellness, sick visits, surgery, and advanced case workups. New graduates will receive structured mentorship, while experienced veterinarians can expect advanced case workups and clinical independence. The practice prioritizes collaborative medicine, thorough diagnostics, strong technician support, predictable scheduling, and a positive team-driven culture.

Requirements

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree required
• Licensure in the state/s candidate will be working
• Ability to show compassion to both pets and their owners
• Outstanding dexterity in handling animals while performing precise tasks
• Ability to react quickly and make decisions under pressure about the wellbeing of an animal
• Strong fondness and understanding of animals
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of animal behavior
• Ability to use medical technologies during diagnosis, research and surgery of animals

Nice To Haves

• New graduates seeking mentorship in advanced medicine
• Experienced veterinarians wanting to expand surgical or diagnostic skills
• Doctors interested in rehabilitation or complex case management
• Clinicians who enjoy collaboration and modern equipment
• Veterinarians looking for long-term career growth

Responsibilities

• Examine animals to assess their health and diagnose problems
• Treat and dress wounds
• Perform surgery on animals
• Test for and vaccinate against diseases
• Operate medical equipment, such as x-ray machines
• Advise animal owners about general care, medical conditions, and treatments
• Prescribe medication
• Work closely in collaboration with team members to provide high quality care

Benefits

• Custom compensation packages, tailored to the needs of the Veterinarian
• Six figure starting salary plus production with no negative accrual
• Generous signing bonus
• Student loan support
• Relocation stipend
• No upfront non-compete
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401k with match
• Company-paid short-term disability
• Company-paid life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Adoption assistance
• Schedule flexibility promoting work/life balance
• Paid time off
• Free access to Carebnb, CareVet’s vacation properties
• Mentorship-driven experience
• Skill development opportunities
• CE opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program with a focus on compassion fatigue and stress support
• Access to CareVet’s on-staff licensed social worker

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level