Veterinarian - Round Lake, IL
Compensation
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- Employment & setting
- Full-Time
- Call expectations
- No call
- Weekends
- Not specified
Job Description
Who we are
At Round Lake Animal Hospital, we offer more than just a job—we provide an environment where veterinarians can thrive. You'll enjoy a flexible schedule with no on-call or after-hours responsibilities, all within a collaborative, fast-paced team that supports both personal and professional growth. Our recently renovated facility is designed to help you deliver the highest standard of care with efficiency and ease. We’re fully equipped with:
- In-house diagnostics and an on-site pharmacy
- Advanced digital X-ray technology (standard and dental)
- A fully equipped surgical suite, including orthopedic and specialty capabilities
- A streamlined electronic medical records (EMR) system
- Convenient grooming and boarding services on-site
In addition to exceptional care, we’re proud of our strong community involvement, providing medical support to local rescue groups like the Illinois Shorthair Rescue and Midwest Australian Shepherd Rescue. When you join our team, you’re not just gaining a career—you’re joining a hospital that values teamwork, innovation, and community impact.
What's in it for you
Competitive Salary & Benefits: Excellent compensation package, including health and dental insurance, 401(k), CE allowance, vacation time, and more.
Professional Development: Continuing education allowance, dues, and liability coverage to help you grow in your career.
Family-Friendly Environment: Join a team that values work-life balance, with a supportive atmosphere where your well-being is a priority.
At Round Lake Animal Hospital, we take pride in building lasting relationships with our clients and giving back to the community we serve. If you’re ready to make a difference in the lives of pets and their people—and grow in your veterinary career—apply today and join a team that values excellence, compassion, and community!
Where we are
Nestled in Northern Illinois, Round Lake is a vibrant, family-oriented community known for its friendly atmosphere and natural beauty. Residents enjoy scenic walking and biking paths, fishing and boating on peaceful lakes, and winter activities like sledding and snowshoeing. With excellent schools, local parks, and close proximity to major highways and commuter rail, Round Lake offers small-town charm with convenient access to Chicago and other urban hubs—making it an ideal place to live, work, and explore.
Key Responsibilities
Provide high-standard veterinary care and medical support within a collaborative hospital environment. Engage with the local community through medical support for rescue groups and build lasting relationships with clients.
Requirements
Candidates must be qualified veterinarians capable of performing diagnostics, surgery, and general medical care. The role requires a commitment to teamwork, professional growth, and maintaining the hospital's standard of care.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Veterinarian - Round Lake, IL at Round Lake Animal Hospital a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Veterinary Medicine — ranked against 2,876 active Veterinary Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.
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, 80% have no call, 64% 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).
6.4/10 work-life score · Above average in Veterinary Medicine — ranked against 2,876 active roles in this specialty
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