From wellness exams and parasite prevention to surgery and diagnostics, Formea Animal Hospital is there for pets throughout every stage of their life. We proudly care for the dog and cat companions of Alton and the surrounding communities. 

Don't you want to love coming to work every day? Then we are excited to invite you to join Formea Animal Hospital!

We are a 2-doctor practice who utilize seasoned technicians to provide an excellent experience to our patients and clients. And regardless of whether you're an experienced veterinarian or getting ready to graduate soon, we are eager to welcome a new doctor to our clinical team! Our efficient support staff allows our doctors to focus on patient care and client service; exactly the type of medicine you wanted to practice when you got out of school! We pride ourselves on our collaborative and easy-going culture that allows our team to focus on preserving work-life balance.

Located in historic downtown Alton, IL, we're just a short distance from the Clark Bridge over the Mississippi River. Whether you want to live in IL or MO, we know the importance of work-life balance, so you'll be able to enjoy the benefits of both an urban vibe in St Louis or a hometown feel in Alton (whichever you prefer!)

We welcome doctors of all levels of experience, ideally with an interest in client education and surgery/dentistry. We're happy to mentor young doctors just starting your careers!

• 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/dentistry 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.

• 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.

• Competitive Compensation - All salary ranges are negotiable based on experience
• Unlimited personal time off (PTO)
• Bonus incentives
• Health insurance; dental insurance; vision insurance
• Retirement benefits (401(k), Roth(k) with match)
• CE and licensure reimbursement 
• Flexible work schedules
• Managing career path development
• Employee Assistance Program
• DVM Referral Program
• Mental Health Resources
• Relocation assistance available