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Associate Veterinarian | Touhy Animal Hospital | Park Ridge, IL (Bilingual Polish/English)
Touhy Animal Hospital is seeking a compassionate and collaborative Associate Veterinarian to join our well-established small animal practice in Park Ridge, Illinois. Whether you're a recent graduate seeking mentorship or an experienced DVM looking for your next opportunity, you'll find a supportive team, excellent work-life balance, and opportunities for professional growth.
Our Fear Free-focused hospital is backed by more than 60 years of combined veterinary experience and a highly tenured team dedicated to exceptional patient care. We provide comprehensive services including preventive care, soft tissue surgery, dentistry, laser therapy, and wellness care, all supported by experienced technicians and a remote team that helps streamline client communication and daily operations.
Core Competencies
- Small Animal Medicine
- Preventive Care & Wellness
- Soft Tissue Surgery
- Veterinary Dentistry
- Fear Free Patient Care
- Laser Therapy
- Client Communication & Education
- Clinical Decision-Making
- Team Collaboration
- Relationship Building
- Compassionate Patient Care
- Mentorship & Professional Growth
What We Offer
- Competitive base salary
- Quarterly production with no negative accrual
- Generous sign-on bonus
- Flexible scheduling
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Generous PTO with rollover
- Paid parental leave and bonding time
- Annual CE allowance plus CE days
- Professional development assistance
- Paid professional dues and PLIT
- Structured mentorship program
- Leadership growth opportunities
- 401(k) options
- Personal pet discounts
- Supportive and collaborative team culture
Qualifications
- DVM or equivalent degree
- Illinois veterinary license (or ability to obtain)
- Open to all experience levels, including new graduates
- Interest in surgery is a plus
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Polish-speaking candidates are encouraged to apply!
Why Park Ridge?
Located just 15 miles from downtown Chicago, Park Ridge offers the perfect blend of suburban charm and urban convenience. Enjoy excellent schools, beautiful parks, a walkable downtown, and easy access to everything the Chicago area has to offer.
Join Touhy Animal Hospital and build a rewarding veterinary career with a team that values collaboration, mentorship, work-life balance, and exceptional patient care.
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Our salary ranges are primarily determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and more depending on location. You will be provided more detailed information about compensation and benefits for your specific location. Where required under applicable law, the company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and similar benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.
The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and business needs.
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