Veterinarian - Wilmette, IL
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Job Description
Who We Are
Associate Veterinarian | Green Bay Animal Hospital | Wilmette, Illinois
Green Bay Animal Hospital, a well-established small animal practice serving the community for more than 50 years, is seeking an experienced Associate Veterinarian to join our team! We are open to both full-time and part-time candidates.
For generations, Green Bay Animal Hospital has built strong, trusted relationships with our clients and patients, resulting in exceptional client loyalty and a true sense of community. We are a full-service general practice committed to providing high-quality medicine, comprehensive patient care, and personalized service to every family we serve.
Why You’ll Love Working Here- Loyal, established clientele — Build meaningful relationships with clients who know and trust our team and are committed to excellent care for their pets.- Practice high-quality medicine — Enjoy the resources, equipment, and support needed to provide comprehensive care while continuing to grow your clinical skills.- A welcoming, close-knit environment — Become part of a team that values collaboration, communication, and treating one another with respect.- An incredible location — Take advantage of everything Wilmette and Chicago’s North Shore have to offer, including beautiful walkable neighborhoods, local shops, restaurants, and easy access to Lake Michigan.- Support for your growth — Take advantage of generous continuing education support and opportunities to continue developing your skills and interests.
About the PracticeOur hospital is in a classic storefront building in the heart of Wilmette, with recent updates including new flooring and a full remodel. Our facility includes:
- 5 exam rooms
- Dedicated surgical suite and separate X-ray room
- Large treatment area with a dedicated dental space
- Digital radiography
- Ultrasound
- Therapy laser
- Cryoprobe
- Tonovet
- Comprehensive anesthetic monitoring equipment
Schedule & LifestyleWe are looking for a veterinarian who can work approximately 3–4 weekdays with a Saturday rotation. No after-hours or on-call responsibilities!
Located on Chicago’s beautiful North Shore, Wilmette offers charming, walkable neighborhoods and a vibrant community. Staff can even spend their lunch break taking a short walk from the hospital to Lake Michigan. The area also offers an excellent selection of local shops, restaurants, and community amenities.
What We Offer
We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you professionally and personally, including:
- Competitive salary
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Generous continuing education allowance
- Generous paid time off
- Professional liability coverage
- And much more!
Join Our TeamIf you’re an experienced veterinarian looking to join a long-standing, community-focused practice where you can build meaningful relationships with clients and patients while practicing high-quality medicine, we’d love to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities
Provide high-quality medical care and comprehensive patient services to small animals in a general practice setting. Build and maintain strong, trusted relationships with clients while collaborating effectively with the hospital team.
Requirements
The position requires an experienced veterinarian capable of managing clinical duties and patient care. Candidates must be available for a schedule that includes 3-4 weekdays and a Saturday rotation.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
General Practice Career Context
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).
Of the 50 active Veterinarian listings this role was benchmarked against, 94% have no call, 92% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.9 / 10 · above average in veterinary | ranked against 4,631 Veterinary listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Veterinarian median $137k (middle half $123k–$150k)20 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost of living | Illinois index 100.0 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Veterinarian listings in Illinois | 199 active | 4,670 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 94% no call · 92% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Illinois healthcare professional listings: 37% state a sign-on bonus (median $50k) · 13% offer loan repayment199 active listings, Oct 2026 |
| Veterinarian pay trend | −5.0% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Veterinarian - Wilmette, IL at Green Bay Animal Hospital a 6.9 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Veterinary — ranked against 4,631 active Veterinary listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no night shifts.
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