Veterinarian | Willow Ridge Veterinary Hospital | Loves Park, IL

Industry: Veterinarians

Company: CareVet Health

Overview

Willow Ridge Animal Hospital, a CareVet partner, has a tremendous opportunity to join our thriving practice in Loves Park, IL! This position offers a six figure salary plus production, generous signing bonus, paid family leave, schedule flexibility and more!

About the Position

Willow Ridge is looking for a compassionate Veterinarian to help grow our thriving dog and feline practice! All levels of experience will be considered, but the ideal candidate will be friendly, personable and a team player. Did we mention we are closed on weekends?

About the Hospital

We are committed to practicing high quality, progressive, individualized medical care for our patients. We provide you with the tools to help your patients through industry-leading medical and diagnostic capabilities. Willow Ridge offers wide variety of veterinary products and services to both dogs and cats, including wellness exams, vaccines, in-house lab work, digital x-ray, dental services including dental x-ray, in-clinic pharmacy, major and minor surgeries, and more.

Become part of the greater Rockford community:

Rockford provides a blend of urban and suburban living with a vibrant cultural scene and affordable housing, while nearby Loves Park offers additional recreational opportunities and community events. Fun fact: Rockford is home to the Rockford Peaches, the famous women’s baseball team that inspired the movie “A League of Their Own.” Explore the serene Anderson Japanese Gardens, the Burpee Museum of Natural History, and enjoy activities at the Rock Cut State Park in Loves Park. Attend events such as Stroll on State, the Rockford City Market, and in Loves Park, the annual Young at Heart Festival and Ski Broncs water ski shows.

CareVet Offers You:

• Six figure starting salary plus production with no negative accrual
• Generous signing bonus, student loan support, relocation stipend and no upfront non-compete.
• Custom compensation packages, tailored to the needs of the Veterinarian
• Robust benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k with match, company-paid short-term disability and life insurance
• Parental support including paid parental leave and adoption assistance
• Veterinarian-focused culture, schedule flexibility promoting work/life balance and paid time off with free access to Carebnb, CareVet’s vacation properties
• Mentorship-driven experience with strong focus on skill development and CE opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program with a focus on compassion fatigue and stress support, including access to CareVet’s on-staff licensed social worker
• For our full list of Veterinarian benefits, check out CareVet’s Ultimate CarePackage!

Responsibilities

• Examine animals to assess their health and diagnose problems
• Treat and dress wounds
• Perform surgery on animals
• Test for and vaccinate against diseases
• Operate medical equipment, such as x-ray machines
• Advise animal owners about general care, medical conditions, and treatments
• Prescribe medication
• Work closely in collaboration with team members to provide high quality care

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree required
• Licensure in the state/s candidate will be working
• Ability to show compassion to both pets and their owners
• Outstanding dexterity in handling animals while performing precise tasks
• Ability to react quickly and make decisions under pressure about the wellbeing of an animal
• Strong fondness and understanding of animals
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of animal behavior
• Ability to use medical technologies during diagnosis, research and surgery of animals

How to Apply

To learn more about positions available, please contact Skyler Lair at (214) 616-8873, or by email at slair@carevethealth.com. Apply directly by clicking the button below.

About the Network

CareVet is a network of veterinary hospitals that focuses on managing best-in-class hospitals with a mission to provide the very best care for our pets and our Team Members. Our approach to veterinary medicine focuses on practice legacy, team, Veterinarians, patients and community.

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