At Vernon Hills Animal Hospital, although our focus is on dogs and cats, we are unique because we see many species of pets. You may see a baby sloth, an iguana, a rabbit, or a hedgehog in one of our exam rooms on any given day.

Our services include general medicine and surgery (including laser surgery), wellness care and vaccinations, exotic animal medicine and surgery, geriatric medicine, dentistry, radiography (general and dental), therapeutic cold laser treatments, and laboratory services.

Vernon Hills Animal Hospital is looking for an associate veterinarian who is ready to take their career to the next level! We have been prominent members of the community since opening our doors in 1985 and are seeking another personable, enthusiastic and motivated doctor to join our successful practice.

What you'll find at our practice is a dynamic team that is ready to support you as you continue or begin your professional journey. Our doctors will provide strong mentorship in surgery/dentistry, small mammals (besides dogs and cats) and help you develop a strong business acumen if that's of interest to you! We have the equipment you'll need, but if we don't have a certain item that you really like, we're willing to get it!

We pride ourselves on offering the highest standards of care in veterinary medicine, while offering individualized care for each patient. This is accomplished by building strong relationships with our clients, who are highly invested in their pet’s health and will follow through with your recommendations; allowing you to practice your best medicine. Our team is excited to add another doctor so that we can continue our legacy of providing top-tier care to our patients in the community. 

We welcome all experience levels and new graduates. A full-time or part-time position is available. 

• 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.

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine 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.

• Unlimited personal time
• 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