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Associate Veterinarian | Oakton Animal Hospital
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.
Job Details
Practice:
Oakton Animal Hospital is a full-service animal hospital that welcomes emergency treatment cases and pet patients needing routine medical, surgical, and dental care.
Our hospital is accredited by the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA). This professional organization requires that our hospital meet the highest standards of excellence for the practice of veterinary medicine. It also requires that our hospital be inspected periodically in order to maintain our accreditation.
Position Purpose:
Associate Veterinarian – Oakton Animal Hospital
Elk Grove Village, Illinois
Are you looking for a veterinary home where you can practice high-quality medicine, collaborate with a supportive team, and make a real difference in the lives of pets and their families? Oakton Animal Hospital in Elk Grove Village, Illinois is excited to welcome an Associate Veterinarian to our growing practice! Whether you are an experienced DVM or a new graduate seeking mentorship, this is a fantastic opportunity to thrive in a positive and collaborative environment.
About the Hospital
Oakton Animal Hospital is a trusted, full-service companion animal hospital dedicated to providing exceptional veterinary care throughout every stage of a pet’s life. Our practice offers a wide range of services including preventive care, diagnostics, dentistry, surgery, and treatment for acute and chronic medical conditions.
We are committed to practicing high-quality medicine while building long-lasting relationships with our clients and their pets. Our hospital is equipped with modern diagnostic tools and technology, allowing our doctors to provide comprehensive care while continuing to grow their medical and surgical skills.
Our Team
Our team at Oakton Animal Hospital is made up of compassionate professionals who truly enjoy working together. Collaboration, mentorship, and open communication are at the core of our culture. Our experienced doctors and talented support staff work side-by-side to ensure every patient receives the highest level of care while creating a welcoming and supportive workplace for our team.
Whether you are looking to refine your surgical skills, grow your medical knowledge, or simply practice in a clinic where teamwork matters, you’ll find a team here that is eager to support your success.
Life in Elk Grove Village
Elk Grove Village offers the perfect balance of suburban comfort and access to big-city amenities. Located just northwest of Chicago, the area features beautiful parks, great restaurants, community events, and easy access to shopping and entertainment. With convenient access to major highways and nearby O’Hare International Airport, Elk Grove Village makes commuting and travel simple while still maintaining a welcoming community feel. It’s a fantastic place to live, work, and explore everything the greater Chicago area has to offer.
What We’re Looking For
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited university
- Licensed or eligible for licensure in Illinois
- Passion for practicing high-quality veterinary medicine
- Strong communication and client relationship skills
- A collaborative mindset and commitment to teamwork
What We Offer
We believe in taking great care of the people who care for our patients. Our competitive benefits package includes:
- Competitive base salary with production bonus opportunities
- Sign-on bonus potential
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Generous paid time off
- Continuing education allowance with CE days
- Professional dues and licensure coverage
- Mentorship opportunities for new graduates
- A supportive culture that values work-life balance
Why Join Oakton Animal Hospital?
At Oakton Animal Hospital, you’ll have the opportunity to practice excellent medicine, collaborate with a fantastic team, and build lasting relationships with clients and their pets. If you’re looking for a place where you can grow professionally while enjoying a positive and supportive work environment, we would love to connect with you.
Come join our team and help us continue providing exceptional care to the Elk Grove Village community and beyond!
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 $120,000.00 /Yr.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.
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.
“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
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Flexible Scheduling
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401(k) and Roth(k) with match
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Continuing Education and Training Opportunities
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Relocation Assistance
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