Associate Veterinarian

Practice Exceptional Medicine. Enjoy an Exceptional Life.

At Frost Family Pet Clinic, we believe great veterinary medicine starts with a team that feels valued, supported, and empowered. As a privately owned small animal practice, we are committed to providing personalized, relationship-centered care while creating an environment where our veterinarians can thrive both professionally and personally.

If you're looking for a practice where you have the time to build meaningful client relationships, collaborate with an experienced team, and enjoy a healthy work-life balance, we'd love to meet you.

About Frost Family Pet Clinic

Our focus is simple: provide compassionate, high-quality care that helps pets live longer, healthier lives.

We emphasize:

• Preventive and wellness medicine
• Early detection and treatment of disease
• Client education and shared decision-making
• Individualized care plans
• Long-term relationships with pets and their families

Our experienced Certified Veterinary Technicians and support staff are highly utilized, allowing our veterinarians to focus on diagnostics, treatment planning, surgery, and client communication rather than routine technical tasks.

We foster a collaborative, respectful workplace where everyone's ideas are valued and quality medicine always comes first.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Flexible scheduling with full-time or part-time opportunities
• Three- or four-day workweek available
• No evenings, weekends, or on-call responsibilities
• One-hour uninterrupted lunch break each day
• Strong technician support that allows you to practice efficiently
• Fear Free-focused environment designed to reduce stress for pets, clients, and team members
• Supportive leadership that encourages professional growth and collaboration
• A healthy work-life balance so you can enjoy life outside the clinic

Compensation

• Annual salary based on experience, qualifications, and schedule
• Signing bonus available
• We offer a competitive compensation package designed to support your personal and professional success.

Full Time Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Signing bonus
• 401(k) with employer match
• Health, dental and vision insurance package
• Paid vacation
• Paid continuing education
• Paid liability insurance
• Paid state license and DEA license
• Paid Fear Free Certification
• Dues for AVMA, ISVMA; VIN and Vetgirl memberships
• Relocation bonus for those outside the immediate area

What You'll Do

As an Associate Veterinarian, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Perform comprehensive physical examinations
• Diagnose and treat medical conditions and injuries
• Develop personalized treatment and preventive healthcare plans
• Perform soft tissue surgery based on your interests and experience, with mentorship available if desired
• Educate clients on preventive medicine, nutrition, and long-term wellness
• Maintain thorough and accurate medical records
• Collaborate with our talented technicians and support staff to provide outstanding patient care

What We're Looking For

We're seeking a veterinarian who is:

• A graduate of an accredited Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) program
• Licensed (or eligible for licensure) to practice veterinary medicine in Illinois
• Passionate about providing compassionate, high-quality patient care
• An excellent communicator who enjoys educating and partnering with clients
• A collaborative team player with a positive attitude
• Committed to continued learning and professional growth

New graduates are encouraged to apply. We proudly offer mentorship tailored to your experience level to help you build confidence and develop your clinical skills.

Life in Loves Park, Illinois

Located in Northern Illinois, Loves Park offers the perfect blend of small-town charm and modern conveniences. Enjoy affordable living, excellent parks and trails, family-friendly neighborhoods, and easy access to Chicago, Madison, Milwaukee, and the scenic lakes and outdoor recreation of Wisconsin.

Whether you enjoy hiking, boating, skiing, local restaurants, or community events, you'll find plenty to explore while maintaining an outstanding quality of life.

Join Our Team

If you're looking for more than just your next job—if you're looking for a practice where your expertise is appreciated, your well-being matters, and you can truly make a difference in the lives of pets and their families—we'd love to hear from you.

Come grow your career with Frost Family Pet Clinic, where compassionate care begins with a compassionate team.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance