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Round Lake Animal Hospital
Round Lake, Illinois

Veterinarian - Round Lake, IL

Veterinarian Above average in Veterinary MedicineNo callFull-Time

Compensation

Pay not disclosed

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Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
No call
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 40m ago · Verified live

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

Veterinary medicineDental radiographyOrthopedic surgeryClient relationsAnimal care

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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Work-life snapshot

6.4/ 10
Listing-based score

Above average in Veterinary Medicine

A signal to investigate—not a guarantee about the workplace.

  • No call

Living in Round Lake

  • Median 3-bed home $303k
  • State income tax up to 5%

Zillow 3-bed ZHVI 2026-08. City-level figures for Round Lake; pay comparison uses the listing's gross annual figure. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Round Lake Animal Hospital

Veterinary Services
Norwell, Massachusetts
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
401(k)
CE Allowance
Vacation Time
Liability Coverage