Veterinarian - South Holland, IL
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Job Description
Who We Are
- Veterinarian | $50,000 Sign-On Bonus + Chief of Staff Leadership Opportunity
- Join a Thriving Chicago-Area Practice with a Legacy of Excellence
Whether you're an experienced veterinarian looking to step into a leadership role or a motivated DVM seeking a supportive environment to grow your career, Illiana Veterinary Hospital has an incredible opportunity waiting for you.
For nearly 70 years, Illiana Veterinary Hospital has been a trusted name in veterinary medicine, delivering exceptional care to pets and their families throughout the south suburbs of Chicago. We are seeking a compassionate, team-oriented veterinarian to join our growing practice and help shape our future.
Why Veterinarians Choose Illiana
At Illiana, you'll have the best of both worlds: a well-established client base and a collaborative team culture that values your ideas, expertise, and professional growth.
Leadership Track Available: Interested in leading a team and influencing the future of a respected practice? We offer a pathway to leadership for veterinarians ready to take the next step.
- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy your life outside of work with no weekend shifts and no on-call responsibilities.
- Collaborative & Supportive Team: Work alongside experienced technicians and support staff who genuinely enjoy helping each other succeed.
- Practice Modern Medicine
- Digital Radiography
- Digital Dental Radiography
- Modern Surgical Suite
- Full In-House IDEXX Laboratory
- Updated Exam Rooms and Treatment Areas
Live Near Chicago Without the Chicago Hassle
Located in South Holland, Illinois, you'll enjoy suburban living with easy access to everything the city has to offer. Just 25 minutes from downtown Chicago: Easy access to Wrigley Field, Navy Pier, Lake Michigan, world-class dining, entertainment, and shopping. Affordable living with convenient commuting options
Comprehensive Benefits Package
In Addition to a Competitive Salary, You'll Receive
- $50,000 Sign-On Bonus
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Continuing Education Allowance
- Professional Dues & Liability Coverage
- Paid Time Off
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- And much more!
- Join a Practice Where Your Career Can Thrive
- Whether you're looking to grow as a clinician, become a leader, or simply practice great medicine with a supportive team, Illiana Veterinary Hospital offers the opportunity, flexibility, and resources to help you succeed.
- Apply today and discover why your next chapter starts here!
Key Responsibilities
The veterinarian will provide high-quality medical care to pets and their families while collaborating with a supportive team of technicians. The role also offers a pathway to leadership for those interested in managing the practice and shaping its future.
Requirements
The position requires a qualified veterinarian, with options for both experienced professionals and those seeking a supportive environment for career growth. Candidates should be team-oriented and committed to practicing modern veterinary medicine.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Veterinary Medicine 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 Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 94% have no call, 90% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.6 / 10 · above average in veterinary medicine | ranked against 3,085 Veterinary Medicine listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Veterinary Medicine 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) |
| Veterinary Medicine listings in Illinois | 150 active | 3,113 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 2% remote · 94% no call · 90% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | $50k sign-on | Illinois healthcare professional listings: 37% state a sign-on bonus (median $50k) · 13% offer loan repayment199 active listings, Oct 2026 |
| Veterinary Medicine pay trend | −5.0% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Veterinarian - South Holland, IL at Illiana Veterinary Hospital a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Veterinary Medicine — ranked against 3,085 active Veterinary Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements.
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Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,085 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.
- No call
- No weekends
About Illiana Veterinary Hospital
Benefits & Perks
Living in South Holland
- Typical 3-bedroom home value
- $219k
- Median resident rent
- $1,856/mo
- Residents’ average commute
- 34 min
- State income tax
- Up to 5%
Sources & methodology
Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.
City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.