Veterinarian
Listed compensation
$120k-$140k
The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday
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Job Description
Partners and Paws – General Practice
Who We Are
Partners and Paws is a well-established and respected clinic in the near Western suburbs of Chicago. Providing all care from general wellness, to advanced diagnostics and surgery, this is a great practice for any veterinarian to practice medicine at many levels and focuses. The team prides themselves on their internal culture and deep connections with the local and surrounding communities.
Dr. Newman’s professional interests begin with general wellness care but extend far beyond. Her background in specialty and emergency veterinary medicine inspires herself and the rest of the team to offer a much wider variety of veterinary services with a mantra of providing all care to all in need.
At Partners and Paws, you will be encouraged and supported to practice medicine your way while having the opportunity to grow alongside the clinic and the rest of the clinical team.
Where You’ll Be: Lisle, IL
Located just 25 miles west of Chicago in DuPage County, Lisle, Illinois offers the perfect balance of suburban community and easy access to the city, with convenient connections to Naperville and the greater Chicago area.
Known for its beautiful parks, trails, family-friendly amenities, and strong sense of community, Lisle provides plenty of opportunities to enjoy the outdoors while still being close to restaurants, shopping, entertainment, and Chicago’s vibrant cultural scene.
With excellent access to major highways and Metra rail service, Lisle is an ideal place for a veterinarian looking to build their career while enjoying a high quality of life in the western suburbs.
What We Offer
Competitive compensation package with a base salary of $120,000–$140,000 (based on your mutually agreed-upon schedule), plus 22% ProSal bonuses.
- Open to full-time or part-time candidates.
- Flexible work schedule; with Hospital Hours of 8:00 AM–7:00 PM, Monday through Friday, and every other Saturday, 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM.
- Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Generous paid time off aligned with work-life balance priorities.
- $2,400 Annual Lifestyle Benefit to support your personal or professional passions.
Robust professional development opportunities, including structured mentorship, clinical pathways, and doctor leadership programs.
Continuing education support: CE allowance, dedicated CE days, and paid AVMA membership, state licensure, and DEA registration.
What You’ll Do
- Provide comprehensive and compassionate care for pets and their people.
- Physical examinations, wellness care, and preventive medicine for dogs and cats.
- Diagnose and treat a wide range of medical conditions using evidence-based veterinary medicine.
- Develop personalized preventive healthcare and vaccination plans.
- Perform routine soft tissue surgeries and/or dental procedures.
- Partner with pet owners to educate them on treatment options, nutrition, and preventive care.
- Collaborate with veterinarians, technicians, and support staff to deliver exceptional patient care.
- Build lasting relationships with clients through compassionate communication and medical expertise.
Foster a positive, collaborative hospital culture that supports teamwork, learning, and exceptional patient care.
What Makes You a Great Fit
You are collaborative and approachable, valuing the knowledge, skills and support all team members bring to the hospital.
You communicate with compassion and clarity, helping pet owners feel informed, supported, and confident in their pet’s care.
You thrive in a collaborative environment and enjoy working closely with technicians and support staff to deliver excellent patient care.
You bring strong clinical judgment and attention to detail when diagnosing, treating, and interpreting medical findings.
You are open and receptive to feedback viewing all experience as learning opportunities.
You are proactive about preventive care and passionate about educating clients to support long-term pet health and wellness.
Veterinarian Partners Overview
At Veterinarian Partners, we put doctors first, by design. We believe that when veterinarians are supported with trust, autonomy, and the resources they need, everyone benefits from our teams to our clients and patients.
That's why we take the time to understand your personal and professional goals, creating a customized opportunity that aligns with your career aspirations, lifestyle, and the way you want to practice medicine. Because no two veterinarians are the same, your experience shouldn't be either.
Key Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive and compassionate medical care, including physical exams, wellness checks, and surgical procedures for pets. Collaborate with the clinical team to educate pet owners and deliver high-quality, evidence-based veterinary services.
Requirements
The ideal candidate possesses strong clinical judgment, excellent communication skills, and a collaborative approach to patient care. A passion for preventive medicine and a commitment to fostering a positive hospital culture are essential.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
General Practice Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$130k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $130k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 40 active Veterinarian listings this role was benchmarked against, 60% have no call, 48% require no weekends.
Veterinarian pay on WeekdayDoc is down 4.4% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Veterinarian at Veterinarian Partners a 7.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the Above average in Veterinary — ranked against 4,404 active Veterinary listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements.
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