Avian & Exotic Pet practice in Chicago suburb
seeking Full-Time Veterinarian
Ness Exotic Wellness Center is a very well established nearly exclusive Avian &
Exotic Pet Practice with a few dog and cat holistic care patients. This privately owned
practice is housed in our own free-standing facility providing the latest in avian and
exotic pet diagnostics and medicine. We are looking to hire both a seasoned or board
certified veterinarian and another new or experienced veterinarian for continued growth
and expansion of our practice, with a building addition already in the works.
Our entire team maintains a strong foundation in conventional diagnostics and therapy
for all of our patients. The hospital is equipped with an in-house laboratory, Vimago CT
scanner, digital radiography, ultrasound, endoscopy and digital thermography. In
addition, we integrate a variety of holistic modalities to complement the care of our
patients, including Herbal therapy, Traditional Chinese medicine, nutraceuticals, Laser
therapy, Acupuncture and Chiropractic care. Although training and experience in holistic
modalities is not required, an open-minded attitude and willingness to incorporate the
benefits of alternative therapies available is a necessity. Our current staff veterinarians
have advanced training in many of the integrative modalities to care for our patients.
Job Requirements
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree or equivalent
State licensure or eligibility to obtain licensure as a veterinarian
Experience in avian and exotic animal medicine
Knowledge and skills in the nutrition, husbandry, medical and surgical care for
the variety of avian and exotic pet species
Passion for providing high-quality care to avian and exotic pets
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work effectively in a team setting and collaborate with other
veterinarians and staff
Openness to Integrative modalities along with progressive diagnostics, surgery &
conventional medicine
Salary & Benefits Information
Salary range dependent on experience & expertise = $110,000 to $150,000
Pro-Sal salary with opportunity for quarterly bonuses
Paid Time Off for Vacation, Continued Education & PTO
Group Health Insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield (with 50% paid by
employer); Dental & Vision Insurance offered
Professional Liability Insurance paid 100%
Eligibility for Vested Profit Sharing Plan after your first year of employment
Continued Education allowance
VIN Membership
Professional Association Dues allowance
Lifestyle & Surrounding Area
Lisle is located less than 30 miles west of Chicago and adjacent to the top rated city in
Naperville Illinois. Train stations in Lisle and Naperville provide easy access to Chicago
and its rich cultural attributes. Naperville continues to be rated one of the top places to
live in America, being home of a highly rated public school system, excellent public
library system and diverse downtown complete with a spectacular river walk, many top
restaurants, shops and local cultural activities. Lisle is home of the educational Morton
Arboretum and extensive surrounding forest preserve system.
Contact Information
Ness Exotic Wellness Center practice name & location
1007 Maple Ave
Lisle, Illinois 60532
https://www.NessExotic.com website
Robert D Ness, DVM contact practice owner
[email protected] email address
630-697-8163 direct Phone Number
** Please Email your letter of intent &; CV to the email listed above**