Associate Veterinarian

Associate Veterinarian - Small Animal (Full-Time or Part-time $130,000-$160,000 Base + Production AAHA-Accredited, Privately Owned, No On-Call or After-hours Darien Animal Clinic - Darien, Illinois Darien Animal Clinic has been AAHA-accredited for over 35 years and proudly serving the community since 1985. Our hospital is located just 30 minutes west of Chicago, and we are proud of our strong team culture and long-standing relationships with our clients and referral partners. Are you looking for a practice that truly puts patients and quality care first? If so, Darien Animal Clinic may be your happiest choice. We are a progressive, technologically forward-thinking, privately owned small animal practice seeking a compassionate, team-focused veterinarian to join our close-knit team. We value clear communication, collaboration, and creating an environment where doctors genuinely enjoy coming to work. Our ideal candidate has at least one year of clinical experience and is comfortable performing routine surgical procedures. You will always work alongside experienced technicians, allowing you to focus on practicing high-quality medicine without feeling rushed or overwhelmed. Practice Highlights AAHA Accredited since 1989 Low Stress Handling Silver-Level Practice Certification - Pending No on-call or after-hours responsibilities 30-minute preventative care appointments 40-minute sick appointments to ensure excellent care and attention Our Technology & Equipment Fully computerized, paperless practice IDEXX digital radiography Digital dental radiography Portable ultrasound Advanced surgical and dental monitoring (Midmark monitors) O'Pet Curv wireless monitoring (ECG, temperature, respiratory rate, heart rate) for all hospitalized patients Complete IDEXX VetLab Station, including: ProCyte DX Catalyst DX Catalyst One InVue Analyzer SNAPshot DX SediVue Dx CoagDX We also maintain strong relationships with local emergency and specialty referral hospitals to ensure our patients receive the highest level of care when needed. Additional Perks Six pairs of scrubs provided Lab coat allowance Employee veterinary care discount Compensation & Benefits $130,000-$160,000 guaranteed base salary + production CE allowance and paid veterinary association dues 3+ weeks paid vacation plus holidays Health insurance contribution Employer-matched SIMPLE retirement plan Opportunity for future partnership Most importantly, we prioritize family, work-life balance, and a positive, respectful workplace. We believe great veterinary medicine happens when doctors are supported, heard, and given room to grow-both professionally and personally. If you're looking for a long-term home where your values align with how you practice medicine, we'd love to meet you. Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or VMD degree from an accredited institution Valid veterinary license in the state of Illinois Valid DEA License recblid wrbwz5ryv5jucc1gw0ur5bs26dkjgi

Created: 2026-03-13