Veterinarian - Rockford, IL
Compensation
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- Employment & setting
- Full-Time
- Call expectations
- Not specified
- Weekends
- No weekends
Job Description
Who we are
Are you a dedicated veterinarian seeking a rewarding career in a supportive, well-established companion animal hospital?
Hillcrest Animal Hospital is excited to welcome a full-time or part-time Veterinarian to our collaborative, multi-doctor team in Rockford, Illinois.
Since 1967, Hillcrest Animal Hospital has proudly served the Rockford community, delivering high-quality, compassionate care to dogs and cats.
Why Hillcrest Animal Hospital?
Whether you are an experienced DVM looking to grow or a new graduate eager to learn, Hillcrest offers a positive, mentorship-driven environment that supports professional development at every stage.
- What You’ll Enjoy About Working With Us
- Collaborative team including 7 Certified Veterinary Technicians and 10 experienced veterinary assistants
- One-on-one mentorship for new graduates, plus ongoing peer case reviews and team-based learning
- No weekends or after-hours with an appointment-only model that promotes work–life balance
Access to modern medical equipment, including
- Digital radiography (standard and dental)
- Ultrasound
- Soft tissue and laser surgery equipment
- Opportunities to participate in specialized services such as canine reproduction
- Strong community involvement through partnerships with Care For Pets and Cause For Paws
- Why Rockford, Illinois?
Known as “The Forest City,” Rockford offers a balance of natural beauty, cultural attractions, and city conveniences. Enjoy destinations such as Anderson Japanese Gardens, BMO Harris Bank Center, and Rockford IceHogs hockey, along with outdoor recreation at Rock Cut State Park. Rockford is conveniently located approximately one hour from Madison, Wisconsin, and just over an hour from Chicago.
Compensation and Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid vacation and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Continuing education allowance
- Professional dues and liability insurance fully covered
- Build Your Career at Hillcrest Animal Hospital
At Hillcrest Animal Hospital, we are proud to provide compassionate, community-based veterinary care while fostering a workplace built on collaboration, respect, and growth.
Apply today to take the next step in your veterinary career.
Key Responsibilities
Provide high-quality, compassionate medical care to dogs and cats within a collaborative, multi-doctor hospital environment. Participate in team-based learning and utilize modern medical equipment to perform diagnostics and surgical procedures.
Requirements
The position is open to both experienced veterinarians and new graduates seeking mentorship. Candidates must be dedicated to professional growth and providing excellent community-based veterinary services.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Veterinarian - Rockford, IL at Hillcrest Animal Hospital a 8.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 25% in Veterinary Medicine — ranked against 2,876 active Veterinary Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements, no night shifts.
Veterinary Medicine Career Context
In Illinois, the Veterinary Medicine weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$124k (34 salary observations; 62 listings), vs ~$129k nationally (595 salary observations; 1,526 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-03-01 through 2026-09-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
Of the 50 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 82% have no call, 62% require no weekends.
Veterinary Medicine pay on WeekdayDoc is up 11.5% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
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).
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- No weekends
- No nights
Living in Rockford
- Median 3-bed home $193k
- Typical rent $1,195/mo
- State income tax up to 5%
Zillow 3-bed ZHVI/ZORI 2026-08. City-level figures for Rockford; pay comparison uses the listing's gross annual figure. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.