Veterinarian

AmeriVet•Canton, IL

10d

About The Position

Oakdale Veterinary Center is a full-service small animal general practice in Canton, with limited equine and bovine care. The clinic is a friendly, growing team adding a third DVM and describes its culture as low-drama, high-trust, collaborative, and supportive of medical autonomy. The average daily patient volume is 15–20, with a support staff ratio of 2:1. The case mix includes wellness and preventive care, dentistry, diagnostics, limited equine and bovine services, urgent care, and surgery. The clinic has an IDEXX in-house lab, ultrasound, digital X-ray, and in-house canine reproduction tools. The veterinarian will provide patient care and build long-term client relationships while working collaboratively in a positive, supportive culture. The role offers support from skilled technicians, dedicated client service representatives, and leadership, along with resources to practice quality medicine and surgery with medical autonomy. The clinic emphasizes continuous growth, mentorship, career development, and a strong work-life balance. Compensation includes an annual salary and production bonus, with a DVM Long-Term Incentive Cash Program offering annual bonuses based on production. The clinic states that it has no negative accrual and provides transparent production metrics and operational support. Other offerings include a generous continuing education allowance, paid licenses and professional dues, referral bonuses, flexible scheduling, relocation assistance, sign-on bonuses, and a 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match. AmeriVet also lists student loan assistance, health, dental, vision and life insurance, mental health resources, paid time off, and holidays for full-time employees.

Requirements

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree from an accredited university.
Compassionate, client-centered approach to care.
Strong communication and client-education skills.
Passion for patient care and long-term client relationships.
Ability to work collaboratively in a positive, supportive culture.
Commitment to continuous growth and excellence.

Responsibilities

Provide veterinary patient care, including wellness and preventive care, dentistry, diagnostics, urgent care, and surgery.
Provide limited equine and bovine services as part of the clinic’s case mix.
Build and maintain long-term client relationships through compassionate, client-centered care and client education.
Collaborate with the clinic team while practicing medicine with support and medical autonomy.
Pursue continuous growth and excellence in veterinary practice.