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Associate Veterinarian

O'Brien Veterinary Group·Blue Island, Illinois

$135,000 - $165,000/yr·Full Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 5 days ago
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About the role

The Associate Veterinarian will provide small animal wellness exams, perform medical procedures, and maintain patient records. They will also mentor technical support staff and build rapport with clients.

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
  • CE Allowance with additional paid days to end CE events
  • Uniform Allowance
  • And so much more!

If you want to learn more, visit us at https://bevlabvet.com [https://bevlabvet.com/], or reach out to toby@bevlabvet.com. [toby@bevlabvet.com]

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Requirements

Candidates must be graduates of an AVMA accredited DVM program and possess strong medical knowledge and surgical skills. Exemplary professionalism and a commitment to ongoing professional development are also required.

  • professional certificate
  • Time Management
  • Communication Skills
  • Record Keeping
  • Mentoring
  • Team Collaboration
  • Patient Care
  • Decision Making
  • Professional Development
  • Client Relations
  • Diagnostics
  • Veterinary Medicine
  • Vaccinations
  • Medical Procedures
  • Soft Tissue Surgery
  • Continuous Growth

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$135,000 - $165,000/yr
Location
Blue Island, Illinois
Posted
Jul 22, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

O'Brien Veterinary Group

OVG is an independent, family-run veterinary group with a heritage of providing customized operational support to a diverse collection of practices and fostering a growth culture where skilled professionals can practice exceptional veterinary medicine.

Salary listed on 6 jobs
IndustryVeterinary Services
TypePrivately Held
Size201-500 employees
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Market context

Illinois veterinary demand remains steady

Illinois employers continue to seek associate veterinarians, especially candidates with AVMA-accredited DVM training, solid medical and surgical skills, and a professional approach to ongoing development. This role is competitive because clinics often compare clinical experience, communication, and fit alongside benefits such as dental, vision, paid time off, paid parental leave, and employee assistance support. Before applying, review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to quickly confirm alignment with the original job description and save research time.

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