Description

Associate Veterinarian (Full- or Part-Time)

$120,000–$150,000 Base + Production | No On-Call | AAHA-Accredited | Privately Owned
Burr Ridge Veterinary Clinic – Darien, IL (Western Chicago Suburbs)

Burr Ridge Veterinary Clinic, a privately owned, AAHA-accredited small animal hospital in the western Chicago suburbs, is seeking a full- or part-time Associate Veterinarian to join our collaborative, Fear Free–focused team.

We have proudly served the pets and families of our community since 1975 and are known for providing compassionate, stress-free, relationship-centered care. Many of our team members have been with us for over a decade — a testament to our supportive culture and work-life balance.

What Sets Our Practice Apart

• No on-call or after-hours responsibilities
• 30-minute, appointment-based scheduling
• Dedicated certified technician for every appointment
• (Three technicians assigned during surgery shifts)
• Privately owned — medical decisions driven by patient care, not corporate metrics
• Long-standing, loyal and appreciative clientele
• AAHA-accredited since 1992
• Fear Free Certified Professionals on staff
• Cloud-based EMR

Our spacious hospital includes 8 exam rooms, a dedicated cat room and a comfort room.

 
Equipment & Medical Capabilities

• Abaxis & Zoetis in-house laboratory equipment
• Digital full-body and intraoral radiography
• Ultrasound
• EKG & Holter monitoring
• TonoVet
• Electrocautery
• Digital surgical monitoring

We support growth in soft-tissue surgery, internal medicine, and special interests — including exotic and avian medicine, if desired.

 
Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary: $120,000–$150,000 (commensurate with experience)
• ProSal model with no negative accrual
• Medical & dental insurance
• Generous PTO
• 401(k) with employer match + profit sharing
• CE stipend
• All professional dues and license fees covered
• Uniform allowance
• Employee pet care discount

 
About You

We welcome experienced veterinarians and confident new graduates.

You are:

• Proficient (or ready to develop) in soft-tissue surgery and internal medicine
• A strong communicator who values client education
• Compassionate, professional, and team-oriented
• Interested in practicing high-quality small animal medicine in a supportive environment
   

Location
Darien Illinois offers highly rated schools, low crime rates, vibrant neighborhoods and easy access to major expressways. Located just 30 minutes from downtown Chicago and two international airports, you can enjoy suburban living with world-class dining, entertainment and sports nearby.

 
Ready to Apply?
Please submit your resume and a brief introduction.

Learn more about us at BurrRidgeVet.com

Burr Ridge Veterinary Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace.

Requirements

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, graduate of an AVMA accredited Veterinary Program.   

Illinois State Veterinary License