About this opportunity
CareVet Health lists this Veterinarian| Loves Park, IL opportunity in loves park, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Quick Snapshot
Full-time veterinarian opportunity
No weekends
Production compensation with no negative accrual
Work alongside 2 experienced veterinarians
Strong technician and support staff
Clinical autonomy with collaboration available
Mix of medical and routine surgical cases
Digital radiography and digital dental radiography
In-house laboratory and pharmacy
Established client relationships
Consistent weekday scheduling
A Full-Time Career Without the Weekends
At Willow Ridge Animal Hospital, you can build a rewarding full-time career without giving up your weekends.
We're a relationship-focused practice serving pets and families throughout the Rockford community. Our team values thoughtful medicine, collaboration, and giving doctors the support and autonomy they need to practice confidently.
You'll work alongside two experienced veterinarians who are available to collaborate on cases, share perspectives, and provide support when needed. Our skilled support team helps keep the clinical day moving efficiently so you can stay focused on your patients, clients, and practicing quality medicine.
We value:
Thoughtful appointment pacing
Strong technician utilization
Clinical autonomy
Collaborative case discussions
Clear communication
Consistent scheduling
Long-term client relationships
Work-life balance with no weekend shifts
Clinical Capabilities
You'll have access to the tools and support needed for efficient general practice medicine, including:
In-house laboratory
Digital radiography
Digital dental radiography
In-clinic pharmacy
Experienced clinical support staff
Our caseload offers a mix of medical and routine surgical cases, providing variety while allowing you to build lasting relationships with clients and patients.
Who We're Looking For
We're especially interested in an experienced veterinarian who enjoys the autonomy to manage cases independently while having a collaborative team available when needed.
We're also happy to consider new graduates who are eager to grow their skills and learn alongside experienced DVM colleagues.
Our ideal candidate:
Enjoys general practice medicine
Is comfortable with or interested in developing routine surgical skills
Values strong technician support
Appreciates collaboration with experienced DVM colleagues
Enjoys building long‑term client and patient relationships
Values a consistent schedule and healthy work‑life balance
Wants a full‑time position with no weekends
Compensation
The base salary range for this full‑time position is $100,000–$120,000, based on experience , plus production compensation with no negative accrual .
This opportunity also includes a $60,000 signing bonus package for eligible veterinarians.
Life in Loves Park & Rockford
Located about 90 minutes northwest of Chicago, the Rockford area offers an affordable cost of living with plenty of options for recreation, dining, and entertainment.
You’ll have access to:
Rock Cut State Park
Anderson Japanese Gardens
Local restaurants and community events
Arts, museums, and entertainment
Short commutes
Convenient access to Chicago for a day or weekend trip
And with no weekend shifts , you’ll actually have the time to enjoy it.
CareVet Offers You:
Competitive six‑figure base salary plus production
No negative accrual
1:1 personalized career coaching
Lucrative bonus packages
Flexible scheduling
“True” paid time off (base and production)
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
100% paid life and disability insurance
Generous pet care perks
Access to a financial planning platform
Employee Assistance Program
Paid time and allowance for professional development
Access to our doctor vacation program
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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
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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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Worksite address
loves park, IL, 61131, US
Who can apply
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