Associate Veterinarian

Job description

**WHO WE ARE:**We’re Bevlab Animal Hospital, and we’ve been proudly serving the Blue Island, IL community for nearly 40 years. Our clinic is full-service, recently renovated, and built around three core values: synergy, positivity, and compassion. That’s not just a mission statement—it’s how we operate every single day. Some highlights of our practice include: - Small animal general practice, ill pet visits, as well as wellness exams - Soft tissue surgery - Dentals - Digital Radiography - In-house Laboratory, Antech for reference lab Whether we’re doing wellness visits, dentals, or soft tissue surgeries, our goal is always the same: top-notch care for pets and genuine support for each other. **WHAT LIFE IS LIKE AT BEVLAB:**We’re a tight-knit, upbeat team that works hard and supports one another. If you like the idea of showing up to a place where your team *actually*feels like a team, you’ll fit right in here. Here’s a peek at what a day at Bevlab Animal Hospital looks like: - A clean, modern hospital with upgraded equipment - No holidays or emergency shifts - Monday–Friday schedule with rotating Saturdays - One full hour for lunch every day - A team that’s always got your back - Plenty of support for your professional growth with a CE allowance, extra PTO for CE, and paid professional dues - Competitive pay, great benefits, and flexible scheduling to maintain work-life balance **WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR:**We’re on the lookout for... - A **devoted and skilled full-time veterinarian** with a strong passion for delivering exceptional 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-know with the latest advancements in veterinary medicine. Whether you’re fresh of vet school or have a few years (or more!) under your belt, we’d love to meet you. **RESPONSIBILITIES:** - Provide small animal wellness exams and diagnosis - Perform medical procedures such as vaccinations, dental procedures, soft tissue 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 while providing clear communication on ongoing home treatment **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:** - Compensation: $135,000–$165,000 base salary - Additional Earnings: Bonus opportunities + production pay - 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