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Description
Practice Exceptional Medicine. Enjoy an Exceptional Life.
At Frost Family Pet Clinic, we believe veterinary medicine should be rewarding, not something you have to recover from.
We’re a privately owned, growing small animal practice where great medicine starts with a great team. We give our veterinarians the time, support, resources, and autonomy to practice medicine the way it should be practiced; with thoughtful patient care, strong client relationships, and maybe a little laughter along the way.
If you’re looking for a clinic where you can do excellent medicine, be treated like a human, and actually enjoy coming to work, we should probably talk.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
Full-time or part-time opportunities
Flexible 2, 3, or 4-day workweeks
No evenings, weekends, or on-call - your hobbies will thank you
A true one-hour uninterrupted lunch break
Highly skilled Certified Veterinary Technicians and Veterinary Assistants who are actually utilized
A Fear Free-focused approach to patient care
Collaborative, supportive team culture
A practice that values work-life balance
A workplace where your opinions, ideas, and individuality are welcome
What You’ll Do
You’ll practice high-quality small animal medicine while working alongside a team that knows how to support its doctors.
Your day may include:
Performing comprehensive exams and diagnosing medical conditions
Developing individualized preventive healthcare plans
Building long-term relationships with clients and their pets
Performing dental procedures and soft tissue surgeries if you enjoy them - surgery is encouraged, but absolutely not mandatory
Educating clients in a way that makes sense (without making them feel like they need a veterinary degree)
Collaborating with an experienced, highly utilized support team
Practicing medicine in an environment designed to give you the time and resources to do it well
Compensation & Benefits
Because being appreciated is great, but being paid is also important.
Competitive salary based on experience
Signing bonus
401(k) with employer match
Dental and vision insurance paid by employer
Paid vacation and CE
Paid licensing, DEA registration, and professional liability insurance
Paid Fear Free Certification
AVMA, ISVMA, VIN, and VetGirl memberships
Relocation assistance may be available depending on your current location
Who We’re Looking For
You’re a DVM with an Illinois veterinary license and a passion for compassionate, high-quality medicine.
We’re looking for someone who:
Enjoys working as part of a team
Communicates well with clients and coworkers
Wants to practice thoughtful, relationship-centered medicine
Is curious, collaborative, and willing to keep learning
Understands that veterinary medicine is serious business - but work doesn't always have to feel serious
New graduates are absolutely encouraged to apply! We offer personalized mentorship designed to help you build confidence, develop your skills, and become the veterinarian you want to be. You will never be thrown into the deep end and told to “figure it out.”
Why Loves Park?
Because you shouldn't have to choose between a great veterinary career and having a life outside the clinic.
Loves Park offers affordable living, beautiful parks, and easy access to Chicago, Madison, Milwaukee, and all the hiking, camping, kayaking, and Wisconsin outdoor adventures you can handle. For more fun things to do in the area check out www.gorockford.com
And yes, you can leave work at work.
Come Be Part of the Frost Family
We’re building something special at Frost Family Pet Clinic - and we’re looking for a veterinarian who wants to grow with us.
Practice exceptional medicine. Build meaningful relationships. Have a life outside the clinic. And maybe laugh at least once (or until your cheeks hurt) during your workday.
If that sounds like your kind of practice, we’d love to meet you.
Requirements
DVM or equivalent degree
Illinois veterinary license
Passion for compassionate, high-quality medicine
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
New graduates are encouraged to apply. We offer personalized mentorship to help you grow with confidence.