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Good Vets
Chicago, Illinois

Associate Veterinarian

VeterinarianFull-Time

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Job Description

Associate Veterinarian

Build the Future of Veterinary Medicine

At GoodVets, we're building the veterinary experience we all wish existed; one where doctors are empowered to practice exceptional medicine, supported by talented teams, and surrounded by leaders who are invested in their growth.

We believe great veterinary care starts with great veterinarians. That's why we've created an environment where doctors have the autonomy to make the best decisions for their patients, the support to grow their careers, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the future of the profession.

As an Associate Veterinarian, you'll focus on what you do best: practicing high-quality medicine and building lasting relationships with pets and their families. You'll work alongside a collaborative medical team in a modern hospital designed to support excellent patient care, professional growth, and a positive work experience.

Why Veterinarians Choose GoodVets

Practice Great Medicine

  • We're committed to creating an environment where doctors can focus on what matters most: delivering exceptional patient care.
  • Clinical autonomy and trust
  • Modern hospitals designed around quality medicine
  • Advanced diagnostics, technology, and equipment
  • Collaborative support teams that allow doctors to practice at their highest level

Grow Your Career

  • Whether your goals are to deepen your clinical expertise, explore new areas of medicine, or prepare for future leadership opportunities, we're committed to helping you get there.
  • Unlimited Continuing Education after your first full year
  • Mentorship and clinical collaboration
  • Opportunities to learn from experienced veterinary leaders
  • Professional development tailored to your career goals

Build Something Meaningful

GoodVets is one of the fastest-growing veterinary platforms in the country, but growth isn't our goal; building a better future for veterinary medicine is.

As an Associate Veterinarian, you'll help create exceptional experiences for pets, clients, and teammates while contributing to a culture built on collaboration, compassion, and continuous improvement.

What You'll Do

  • Deliver Exceptional Medical Care
  • Provide high-quality, compassionate veterinary care to patients
  • Champion the highest standards of medicine and patient safety
  • Ensure care is effective, client-centered, timely, and evidence-based
  • Build trusted relationships with clients through clear communication and education
  • Collaborate with hospital teams to deliver a seamless client experience
  • Manage a Diverse Caseload
  • Diagnose and treat a wide range of medical and surgical cases
  • Develop individualized treatment plans that support positive patient outcomes
  • Utilize modern diagnostics and technology to inform medical decision-making
  • Balance efficiency with exceptional quality of care
  • Collaborate with Your Team
  • Partner closely with veterinarians, technicians, and hospital team members
  • Participate in case discussions and collaborative problem-solving
  • Contribute to a positive, supportive, and high-performing culture
  • Share knowledge and learn from colleagues across the organization
  • Contribute to Hospital Success
  • Support hospital goals through excellent patient care and client service
  • Help create a welcoming and engaging experience for clients and team members
  • Uphold and model GoodVets' core values in every interaction
  • Grow Your Clinical Capabilities
  • Pursue ongoing learning and professional development opportunities
  • Seek feedback and mentorship to strengthen clinical skills
  • Stay current on advances in veterinary medicine and best practices
  • Expand your expertise in areas that align with your interests and career goals

Compensation

  • Competitive base salary
  • Up to 22% production compensation model

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Unlimited Continuing Education after your first full year
  • Three paid CE days annually
  • Malpractice insurance coverage
  • State veterinary license and DEA reimbursement
  • Paid sabbatical program
  • 15 PTO days
  • Paid parental leave
  • Annual childcare stipend
  • Employee Assistance Program with mental health resources and confidential counseling
  • Employee discounts on veterinary services and products

Key Responsibilities

The Associate Veterinarian will provide high-quality, compassionate medical care and develop individualized treatment plans for a diverse caseload. They will also collaborate with the hospital team to ensure a seamless client experience and maintain high standards of patient safety.

Requirements

Candidates must be licensed veterinarians capable of practicing high-quality medicine in a collaborative hospital environment. Strong communication skills and a commitment to continuous professional development are required.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

DEA License

Key Skills

Clinical diagnosticsSurgical proceduresClient communicationEvidence-based medicineTreatment planningTeam collaborationMedical record keepingCompassionate careClient education

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, 94% have no call, 82% require no weekends.

What does the Veterinary Medicine market look like in Illinois?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed paynot listedVeterinary Medicine median $130k (middle half $123k–$160k)17 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost of livingIllinois index 100.0US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Veterinary Medicine listings in Illinois156 active3,284 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 94% no call · 82% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedIllinois healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 33% state a sign-on bonus (median $50k) · 8% offer loan repayment207 active listings, Nov 2026
New Veterinary Medicine listings1,270 in the last 30 days492 the 30 days before (+158%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Veterinary Medicine pay trend+3.7% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Veterinarian Jobs

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$200k

Annual compensation range

Work-Life Balance Distribution

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Higher = better work-life balance

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 1.5
Below most Veterinary Medicine listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,083 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Good Vets

Benefits & Perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Unlimited Continuing Education after first full year
Three paid CE days annually
Malpractice insurance coverage
State veterinary license and DEA reimbursement
Paid sabbatical program
15 PTO days

Living in Chicago

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$354k
Typical market rent
$2,311/mo
Residents’ average commute
33 min
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

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

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