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Canton, Illinois

Veterinarian

VeterinarianFull-Time

Compensation

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Job Description

About Our Clinic

Oakdale Veterinary Center is a full-service small animal practice (with limited equine and bovine care) located in Canton. We’re a friendly, growing team adding a third DVM and proud of a low-drama, high-trust environment where veterinarians are supported, respected, and encouraged to practice quality medicine their way.

  • Check us out at: oakdalevetcenter.com
  • Clinic Snapshot
  • Practice type: General Practice (Small Animal with Limited Equine & Bovine)
  • Avg. daily patient volume: 15-20/day
  • Support staff ratio: 2: 1
  • Case mix: Wellness and preventative care, dentistry, diagnostics, limited equine and bovine services, urgent care, surgery
  • Technology & equipment: IDEXX in-house lab, ultrasound, digital X-ray, in-house canine reproduction tools
  • Team culture: Collaborative, low-drama, high-trust, and supportive of medical autonomy
  • Total Rewards & How We Invest in You
  • We believe great doctors deserve great rewards. annual salary + production bonus
  • DVM Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Cash Program — earn annual bonuses based on your production
  • No negative accrual: We reward performance without penalizing you during slower periods
  • Transparent production metrics and operational support to maximize earnings
  • Generous CE allowance + paid licenses and professional dues
  • Referral bonus program: Bring great talent to our network & get rewarded
  • Flexible scheduling, strong work-life balance, and mentorship programs
  • Relocation assistance and sign on bonuses available
  • 401k retirement savings plan with company match

What Makes Us Different

  • Medical autonomy: Practice exceptional medicine and surgery with the full support of our medical systems and team.
  • Robust support: Skilled techs, dedicated CSRs, and strong leadership presence.
  • We believe thriving teams build thriving communities
  • You’ll have the tools, resources, and opportunities to grow your career
  • Who You Are & How You’ll Make a Difference

You are a veterinarian who is:

  • Passionate about patient care and long-term client relationships
  • A collaborative teammate who thrives in a positive, supportive culture
  • Committed to continuous growth and excellence

Qualifications

  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree from an accredited university (required)
  • Compassionate, client-centered approach to care
  • Strong communication and client-education skills

About the Area

Canton offers a lower cost of living, strong community connections, and easy access to outdoor spaces and local schools. Located within driving distance of Peoria, the area provides small-town comfort with nearby city amenities when you want them.

Let’s Talk About Your Next Opportunity

Apply online or skip the paperwork and email Chass Robison at crobison@amerivet.com anytime.

At AmeriVet, we’re committed to your growth, development, well-being, and success. We empower team members with the resources, support, and opportunities needed to thrive in their careers and make a lasting impact in our communities.

  • Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:
  • Tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing to help you achieve your unique goals.
  • Competitive pay, performance bonuses, 401(k) matching, and student loan assistance to foster your financial well-being.
  • Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources to support your overall well-being.
  • Generous paid time off and holidays, because your personal time matters.
  • A supportive, collaborative environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging.
  • Please note: Any Benefits listed above apply to full-time employees.

At AmeriVet, your unique skills and passion are celebrated, and every team member has the tools to thrive. Our people-focused approach is centered on helping you grow in your career while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve.

Key Responsibilities

Provide high-quality medical and surgical care for small animals, with some exposure to equine and bovine patients. Maintain strong client relationships and collaborate effectively with the clinic's support staff and leadership team.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Communication skillsEquine care

Veterinary Medicine Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 50 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 78% have no call, 48% require no weekends.

What does the Veterinary Medicine market look like in Illinois?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed paynot listedVeterinary Medicine median $137k (middle half $123k–$170k)16 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost of livingIllinois index 100.0US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Veterinary Medicine listings in Illinois153 active3,087 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 2% remote · 78% no call · 48% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentsign-on bonus · loan repaymentIllinois healthcare professional listings: 38% state a sign-on bonus (median $50k) · 14% offer loan repayment205 active listings, Oct 2026
New Veterinary Medicine listings969 in the last 30 days508 the 30 days before (+91%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Veterinary Medicine pay trend+2.9% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Ameri Vet#4 of 11 for payTop Employers work-life index
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, Top Employers work-life index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Veterinarian Jobs

26 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

20 jobs · 14 employers
4
<$135k
3
$140k
5
$150k-165k
5
$175k
3
$180k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

18 jobs · 14 employers
401k / retirement match
94% this job
Sign-on bonus
67% this job
CME allowance
67% this job
Relocation assistance
39% this job
Loan repayment
17% this job

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Veterinarian - Watertown

Bond Vet · Watertown, Massachusetts

$160k-$187k
#2

Veterinarian

Pure Paws Veterinary Care · New York, New York

$160k-$180k
#3

Veterinarian

$160k-$180k
#4

Urgent Care Veterinarian

$140k-$175k
+ 24 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 6.1this job 3.6
Better work-life than 20% of Veterinary Medicine listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,030 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Ameri Vet

Veterinary Services
San Antonio, Texas
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Annual salary + production bonus
DVM Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Cash Program
No negative accrual
Generous CE allowance
Paid licenses and professional dues
Referral bonus program
Flexible scheduling
Mentorship programs

Living in Canton

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$127k
Median resident rent
$766/mo
Residents’ average commute
21 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
91.2
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Peoria, IL metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.