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Orchard Road Animal Hospital
Montgomery, Illinois

Veterinarian

VeterinarianIncludes callIncludes weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$125K - $175K

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Employment & setting
Full-Time · on_site
Call expectations
Includes call
Weekends
Includes weekends
Posted 1mo ago · Verified live

Job description

Veterinarian – Orchard Road Animal Hospital |Address: 1175 Orchard Rd, Montgomery, IL 60538
Orchard Road Animal Hospital is growing, and we are looking to add another full-time veterinarian to our beautiful, AAHA-accredited practice in Montgomery, Illinois.
What to Expect:
Salary: $120K-$130,000 (ProSal – total earning potential $125,000–$175,000, no negative accrual)
Sign-on Bonus / Relocation assistance
Schedule: Full-time and part-time options
Why You’ll Love Working Here:
Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling options, closed on Sundays and major holidays (no late nights or on-call duties required)
Excellent tech-to-doctor ratio
Supportive Team Culture: At Orchard Road, we believe that great medicine starts with a great team. Our culture is built on collaboration, appreciation, and fun — and we’re proud of the strong bonds that make our workplace feel like family. From themed celebrations and community events to daily laughter in the treatment area, our team truly enjoys coming to work every day.
Practice High Quality Medicine: We uphold the highest standards of veterinary care by adhering to the most current standards of care and offering comprehensive wellness services tailored to each patient.
Ongoing Professional Development: We emphasize continuous learning, with case-based learning, regular collaborative meetings. New grad? No problem! Our current doctor team is strong and knowledgeable; with over 88 combined years of experience, they are ready to provide mentorship, collaboration on cases, and daily rounds.
Community Involvement: We take pride in giving back to the community that has supported us for nearly three decades. Our team partners with local shelters and rescue organizations to help animals in need by providing complimentary first-time exams for newly adopted pets. Our valued rescue partners include Anderson Animal Shelter, Aurora Animal Control, and Rover Rescue of Illinois.
Benefits / Perks: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, Retirement plan with a 3.5% employer 401(k) match, Generous paid time off plus paid CE days, Annual CE allowance, All licensing and membership fees covered, including state licensing costs; DEA, AVMA PLIT, & Membership dues (AVMA, VIN, etc.), Uniform allowance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Discounts on veterinary services + more!
About Us: For nearly 30 years, we’ve proudly served the Montgomery and Aurora communities with exceptional medical care and outstanding client service. We’ve been AAHA Accredited since 2001, and many of our clients have trusted us with generations of their pets.
Hospital Highlights:
5-doctor practice
State-of-the-Art Facility: Our large, modern hospital features eight updated exam rooms, a fully equipped surgical suite with a surgical laser, digital radiography, ultrasound (including a small wireless probe), and an in-house IDEXX laboratory. We also utilize HappyDoc AI for efficient SOAP note documentation and operate with Impromed’s paperless practice management system for streamlined workflows.
Separate Cat Clinic with its own exam rooms, isolation and hospitalization wards, treatment, and surgical suite (check it out here). We’re proud to care exclusively for cats in our newly renovated, AAHA-accredited feline-only clinic—located just to the right of the main entrance at Orchard Road Animal Hospital in Montgomery, IL. Dr. Flieg, driven by her passion for feline wellness, has led the transformation of our former boarding space into a dedicated sanctuary for cats—now known as The Cat Clinic at Orchard Road Animal Hospital. This unique cat-only facility is designed to offer top-tier veterinary care with your cat’s comfort and emotional well-being in mind.
Hours of Operation:
Mon, Fri: 8:00am - 6:00pm
Tues, Weds, Thurs: 8:00am - 8:00pm
Sat: 8:00am - 12:00pm
Our Mission: At Orchard Road Animal Hospital, we are a team-driven hospital built on trust, respect, and collaboration. We foster meaningful relationships, uphold our promises, and strive for excellence in everything we do—providing compassionate, high-quality care for pets and their families.
Montgomery, IL: Located just 45 minutes from the bustling downtown Chicago and scenic Starved Rock, Montgomery, Illinois, offers the best of both worlds – suburban comfort and easy access to outdoor adventure, live music and family-friendly activities. Whether you’re into hiking, local breweries, or weekend festivals, this area has something for everyone!
Requirements:
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or VMD) from an accredited institution
Valid veterinary license in the state of Illinois
Apply today if you’re ready to take the next step in your veterinary career. We’d love to hear from you!
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We are dedicated to celebrating diversity and fostering inclusion within our hospital and community.

Key Responsibilities

Provide high-quality veterinary medical care and comprehensive wellness services to patients. Collaborate with a team of doctors and support staff to ensure excellent client service and patient outcomes.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Certifications

DEA License

Key Skills

SurgeryPatient careClinical documentationFeline medicineDiagnostic testingClient communication

Veterinary Medicine Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$150k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $150k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 49 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 8% are remote, 67% have no call, 57% require no weekends.

Veterinary Medicine pay on WeekdayDoc is down 3.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

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About Orchard Road Animal Hospital

Veterinary Services
MONTGOMERY, Illinois
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Retirement plan with 3.5% employer 401(k) match
Generous paid time off
Paid CE days
Annual CE allowance
Licensing and membership fees covered
Uniform allowance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)