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Lombard, Illinois

Associate Veterinarian- Exotics- Lombard Veterinary Hospital

Veterinarian Above average in Veterinary MedicineNo callFull-Time

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Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
No call
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 1mo ago · Verified live

Job Description

Associate Veterinarian – Exotic Interest!

Join Our Growing Team at Lombard Veterinary Hospital!

Lombard Veterinary Hospital, an independently owned, AAHA-accredited practice, is expanding, and we’re looking for an Associate Veterinarian with an interest in exotics to join our thriving team! Our 12-doctor hospital is supported by a skilled, compassionate staff in a brand-new, state-of-the-art 18,000 sq. ft. facility. We provide advanced surgery, urgent care for both companion and exotic animals, and a newly launched Rehabilitation Department.

Why Join Us?

  • Collaborative Culture – Work in a supportive, team-oriented environment.
  • State-of-the-Art Facility – Modern hospital equipped with advanced technology.
  • Mentorship & Growth – Structured mentorship for new grads and continuous learning for experienced DVMs.
  • Work-Life Balance – Flexible schedules with no on-call emergencies.

What We’re Looking For

  • Passion for both small animal and exotic medicine.
  • Strong communication skills and a commitment to client relationships.
  • A team player with a drive for learning and collaboration.
  • Licensed (or in process) DVM in Illinois with DEA registration.

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary and benefits, plus a signing bonus.
  • Flexible scheduling, mentorship, and leadership support.
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, CE allowance, health insurance, 401K, and more.

Exotics Wing

Ready to take the next step? Apply today by submitting your resume!

Key Responsibilities

Provide high-quality medical care for both small and exotic animals within a state-of-the-art facility. Collaborate with a team of doctors and support staff to deliver advanced surgical and urgent care services.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a DVM license in Illinois and possess DEA registration. A strong passion for exotic medicine and excellent communication skills are required.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

DEA License

Key Skills

Veterinary medicineExotic animal careSmall animal medicineClient communicationTeam collaboration

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Associate Veterinarian- Exotics- Lombard Veterinary Hospital at Dvm Launch 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 2,966 active Veterinary Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.

Veterinary Medicine Career Context

Of the 50 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 76% have no call, 58% require no weekends.

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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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks20 jobs · 17 employers

Sign-on bonus
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CME allowance
90% this job
401k / retirement match
90% this job
Relocation assistance
35%
Visa sponsorship
10%

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Work-life snapshot

6.4/ 10
Listing-based score

Above average in Veterinary Medicine

  • No call

Living in Lombard

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$408k
Typical market rent
$2,087/mo
Residents’ average commute
26 min
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

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

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