Experienced Veterinarian

WHO WE ARE: 

Looking for a new opportunity at a general practice who cares? Our team at Hillchester Animal Hospital sets the standard for top-tier and compassionate care across Chicagoland. As a small, yet fully equipped general practice, the cases we handle include: 

• Wellness, follow up appointments, and sick pet exams  

• Soft tissue surgery  

• Dentistry  

• Digital Radiology  

• Dental X-ray  

• In-house Idexx Laboratory   

• Ultrasound 

Currently, our clinic has three exam rooms, an X-ray room and a separate surgical suite.  

WHAT LIFE IS LIKE AT HILLCHESTER: 

Our close-knit and collaborative environment is ideal for anyone looking for continued education, mentorship and client communication opportunities. At Hillchester, we cross-train our support team in many different areas of veterinary medicine, from general wellness appointments to ultrasounds and other diagnostic procedures.  

We’re proud of the atmosphere we’ve created for both our clients and our team and look forward to continuing it with the addition of another veterinarian to our team! 

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR: 

• A devoted and skilled veterinarian (either part-time or full-time) with a strong passion for soft tissue surgery and delivering high-quality patient care. 

• A collaborative team member who enjoys working with others and mentoring fellow staff, while remaining open to receiving feedback. 

• A professional dedicated to continuous growth, always striving to stay in-the-loop with the latest advancements in veterinary medicine. 

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Provide routine wellness exams and diagnosis 

• Perform medical procedures such as vaccinations, dental procedures, soft tissue surgery, orthopedic surgery, and necessary diagnostics 

• Administer and accurately monitor controlled substances 

• Maintain and complete patient records 

• Serve as mentor to technical support staff 

• Build and establish rapport with the client base, demonstrating exceptional bedside manner and communication 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Graduate of an AVMA accredited Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) program 

• Licensure in the state of Illinois or eligibility to obtain licensure prior to start 

• Strong proficiency in medical knowledge and surgical skills, particularly in soft tissue surgery 

• Exemplary professionalism and communication skills with both team members and clients 

• Strong decision-making and time-management skills 

• Commitment to ongoing professional development and growth 

BENEFITS & SUPPORT: 

• Competitive compensation package 

• Paid Time Off (PTO) 

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance   

• Short & Long Term Disability   

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)  

• Paid Parental Leave   

• 401K with company match  

• Paid Licensure and Dues   

• VIN Membership   

• CE Allowance   

• Uniform Allowance   

• And much more! 

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