Associate Veterinarian | Mentorship Available | Small Animal GP

VeterinarianIncludes callFull-Time

Listed compensation

$130K - $140K

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Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
Includes call
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

Amber Leaf Animal Hospital – Where Pets, People, and Purpose Come Together 

Tailored Sign-On Bonus | Base Salary + Production | No Negative Accrual

Associate Veterinarian | Small Animal General Practice

Flexible Full-Time or Part-Time Scheduling | New Graduates Welcome!
Winfield, IL | Chicago Suburbs

Looking for a practice where you can build long-term client relationships,
practice high-quality medicine, and be supported by an experienced team?

Amber Leaf Animal Hospital has served the Winfield community for more than 35
years and is known for its loyal client base, collaborative culture, and
commitment to helping veterinarians grow. Whether you're seeking mentorship as a
new graduate or a long-term home as an experienced DVM, you'll find the support,
flexibility, and medical autonomy to thrive.

Learn More: Amber Leaf Animal Hospital [https://amberleafah.com/]

Why Veterinarians Choose Amber Leaf

At Amber Leaf Animal Hospital, our doctors enjoy a competitive base salary with
monthly production compensation and no negative accrual, meaning you will never
owe money back if production fluctuates. This structure rewards growth,
efficiency, and strong medicine — offering true unlimited earning potential.

What Makes This Opportunity Stand Out

* High production opportunity supported by an established, loyal client base 
* Flexible full-time and part-time scheduling options
* Structured mentorship with hands-on surgical, medical, and professional
development
* Long-tenured support staff who help doctors practice efficiently and
confidently
* Modern facility featuring digital radiography, in-house diagnostics, and
therapeutic laser technology
* Opportunity to practice a wide variety of medicine, including wellness and
preventive care, internal medicine workups, soft tissue surgery, chronic
disease management, dentistry, and more!

Life in Winfield

Located in Chicago's western suburbs, Winfield offers a welcoming community,
excellent schools, and convenient access to everything the greater Chicagoland
area has to offer.

Amber Leaf Animal Hospital is proud to be part of Community Veterinary Partners
(CVP). While every CVP hospital maintains its own unique personality and
culture, we’re united by one mission: to create more meaningful moments between
pets and people—starting with the people on our teams. That means giving our
doctors the trust, support, and resources they need to thrive.

Amber Leaf Animal Hospital + CVP Difference 

* Creative Compensation – Crafted to intentionally align with your career
aspirations.
* Expansive Network – Collaborate with 600+ doctors across 140+ hospitals in 18
states, gaining unmatched support and expertise.
* Comprehensive Mental Health Support – 24/7 access to Journey, our platform
for confidential support for you, your family, and friends.
* Clinical Autonomy – Make the best medical decisions for your patients within
a supportive team.
* Top-Tier Growth & Mentorship – Benefit from structured onboarding, leadership
development, and career advancement programs.

And through CVP’s shared values: Champion People, Elevate Care, Respect Each
Other, Execute with Excellence, Seek to Understand. We create an environment
where care flourishes, growth is encouraged, and your career can take the path
you choose.

Other Benefits of Our Community

* Sign-on Bonus and Relocation assistance available.
* No Negative Accrual EVER.
* Generous PTO + Paid Parental Leave – Because burnout is out and balance is
in.
* Yearly CE Funds + Paid Time Off Just for CE – Learn, grow, and level up
without burning your vacation days.
* We Cover the Fees – State licenses, DEA, AVMA PLIT? Handled.
* 401(k) Match + Equity Opportunities – Real wealth-building, not just a
paycheck.
* Pet care discounts so your own pets get the royal treatment they deserve.
* Team Recognition Programs – From shout-outs to bonus rewards, we love giving
credit where it’s due. (We see you, tech and support staff)

Why fall in love with Vet Med again?
You’ll do medicine that matters, with people you’ll actually want to hang out
with, in a place that supports your growth. Whether it’s this practice or one of
the other 150+ clinics in our community, I’d love to hear about what’s most
important to you in your next role and see if we have a great fit!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Community Veterinary Partners (CVP) does not discriminate in hiring or
employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy,
gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability,
genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic
protected by applicable law.

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Key Responsibilities

The Associate Veterinarian will provide high-quality veterinary care and support to pets and their owners. Responsibilities include performing wellness exams, surgeries, and diagnostics in a collaborative team environment.

Requirements

Candidates should possess a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree and be passionate about providing compassionate care. The position is suitable for both newer and experienced veterinarians seeking mentorship and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Certifications

DEA License

Key Skills

Laser TherapyClient CommunicationTeam Collaboration

Veterinary Medicine Career Context

Of the 40 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 78% have no call, 60% require no weekends.

Veterinary Medicine pay on WeekdayDoc is down 20.0% 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)), so the posted ~$135k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $135k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Work-life snapshot

1.5/ 10
Listing-based score
  • Includes call

Living in Winfield

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$422k
Median resident rent
$1,493/mo
Residents’ average commute
29 min
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

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

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

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About Community Veterinary Partners

Veterinary Services
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Sign-on Bonus
Relocation Assistance
No Negative Accrual
Generous PTO
Paid Parental Leave
Yearly CE Funds
Paid Time Off for CE
State Licenses Covered