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Experienced Veterinarian | Prairie View Animal Hospital

Prairie View Animal Hospital DeKalb, Illinois

Overview

As a veterinarian at Heartland Veterinary Partners, you will provide quality care to patients and empathetic service to clients. You will partner with other veterinarians, technicians, and client service representatives to operate as an efficient and productive team.

Success in this role takes a collaborative mindset while operating as an independent branch of Heartland. This is an opportunity to expand your skillset while using your excellent communication and interpersonal skills and passion for patient care to build a productive and rewarding career.

When you join us, you will make a real difference in the lives of our patients and clients. You will also become a valued member of our team and contribute to the success of our practice.

Prairie View Animal Hospital

Job Details

Position Purpose:

Experienced Associate Veterinarian Opportunity at Prairie View Animal Hospital
Prairie View Animal Hospital in DeKalb, Illinois is a full-service companion animal hospital dedicated to providing exceptional veterinary care throughout every stage of a pet’s life. Our growing two-doctor practice is seeking an experienced General Practice DVM with at least three years of experience to join our team. If you love surgery and are looking for a place where you can put your skills to work in a supportive and progressive environment, this is the place for you.
Why You Will Love Working With Us:
Surgical Focus – Our state-of-the-art surgical suite allows for a wide variety of soft tissue procedures. We also offer laser surgery to provide our patients with the latest in surgical care and recovery benefits.

Comprehensive Medical Services – Our facility provides a full range of diagnostic, medical, and therapeutic services including digital radiology, in-house laboratory, dental care with digital dental X-rays, ECG, anesthesia monitoring, and more.

Collaborative Team Environment – You will join a close-knit and highly skilled team that includes experienced doctors, technicians, and support staff who value communication, teamwork, and compassionate care. A new graduate will be joining our practice in 2026, creating a great opportunity for mentorship and collaboration.

Client-Focused Care – Our clients are dedicated to their pets and value our commitment to partnership, education, and personalized attention. We strive to treat every patient as if they were our own.

Strong Community Roots – Prairie View Animal Hospital has been a trusted part of the DeKalb community for years. We are proud to be a hometown practice where families know their pets will receive high-quality, compassionate care.

Growth and Development – As a growing practice, we encourage our veterinarians to explore their clinical interests and pursue continuing education to stay at the forefront of veterinary medicine.
Who We Are Looking For:
We are seeking a dedicated, experienced DVM who has at least three years of experience in small animal general practice. The ideal candidate will have strong surgical skills, a passion for teamwork and client education, and a commitment to providing excellent care to every patient.
What We Offer:
We provide competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, continuing education opportunities, and a supportive work environment where your professional goals are valued.
If you are a veterinarian who loves surgery, thrives in a collaborative setting, and wants to be part of a growing, community-oriented practice, Prairie View Animal Hospital is the perfect place for you.
Apply today and take the next step in your career with a team that is dedicated to excellence in medicine, surgery, and client relationships.

Essential Responsibilities:

  • 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.

Requirements/Qualifications:

  • 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.

Benefits Offered:

  • 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

Pay Range:

USD $100,000.00 - USD $130,000.00 /Yr.
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Success Profile

We’re looking for passionate vets with the following traits:

  • Adaptable
  • Compassionate
  • Communicator
  • Critical Thinker
  • Collaborative
  • Empathetic

Culture

At Heartland Veterinary Partners, we believe that prioritizing care for veterinarians enables them to prioritize care for their patients. We offer several benefits and support programs to help veterinarians succeed, including:

Mentorship

We provide access to experienced mentors who can help our partners hone their craft and develop their skills, regardless of where they are in their career journey.

Choose Your Setting

We have practices in many states across the country with diverse settings and focuses, so our veterinarians can choose the environment that is best for them.

Work-Life Balance

We understand that our veterinarians have lives outside of the practice, and we are committed to helping them achieve balance.

Authentic Autonomy

Each practice is led locally, and we empower our teams to make all the clinical and inventory decisions to best meet the needs of the community they serve.

Support When it Matters Most

We support our veterinarians at every stage of their careers, from new graduates to experienced practitioners.

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Career Path

New Graduate

This is your first veterinary role after school. You’re getting your feet wet and putting that education to work gaining the experience you need to become the vet you know you can be.

Clinically Confident

You’ve been here a while and have your feet under you. You still have plenty of learning and growing to do, but you’re well on your way.

Learning to Lead

Thanks to your experience and dedication, you’ve earned the trust and respect of your community and established yourself as an example for other vets to follow.

Dr_Alexandra_Carter

“I love working at a Heartland-owned practice. They let us be ourselves with the support of a corporation. My relationship with our regional director is genuine and supportive. It’s obvious anytime company leadership addresses the practices that they genuinely care about our wellbeing and make decisions with our best interests in mind. We are extremely lucky to work for a company this down to earth.”

- Dr. Alexandra Carter, Managing DVM

Rewards

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    Generous Vacation Time

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    Comprehensive Health and Wellness Benefits

  • Reward3

    Flexible Scheduling

  • Reward4

    401(k) and Roth(k) with match

  • Reward5

    Continuing Education and Training Opportunities

  • Reward6

    Relocation Assistance

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