Veterinarian - Des Plaines, IL
Compensation
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Job Description
Who We Are
Are you a compassionate veterinarian looking to grow in a collaborative, community-focused practice? Wright Animal Hospital in Des Plaines, Illinois, is seeking a full-time Associate Veterinarian to join our experienced and supportive team.
Why Join Wright Animal Hospital?
We are a busy, well-established practice proud to be certified as an AAFP Cat Friendly Hospital, providing high-quality, low-stress care to our feline and canine patients.
We are also a premier referral center for oncology and chemotherapy, giving our veterinarians the opportunity to work with complex and rewarding cases.
You’ll be supported by a team of long-tenured staff members who are dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care and creating a positive workplace culture.
- Our hospital is equipped with advanced medical technology, including:
- Digital radiography and dental radiography
- Laser surgery and therapeutic laser
- Full in-house laboratory
Chemotherapy Safety Equipment
Whether you're an experienced veterinarian or a recent graduate, you'll find a collaborative environment where mentorship, professional growth, and individual interests are encouraged.
Live and Work in Des Plaines
Located just northwest of Chicago and minutes from O’Hare International Airport, Des Plaines offers the perfect balance of suburban comfort and big-city access. Enjoy a wide range of dining, shopping, outdoor parks, and lakefront activities, with easy access to the entertainment and cultural attractions of Rosemont and downtown Chicago.
Benefits
- We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:
- Competitive salary
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Continuing Education (CE) allowance
- Paid time off
Professional Dues and Liability Coverage
At Wright Animal Hospital, we value excellence, compassion, teamwork, and community involvement. If you're ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of pets and the people who love them, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today and join our dedicated team!
Key Responsibilities
Provide high-quality, low-stress medical care to feline and canine patients in a collaborative practice environment. Participate in complex cases including oncology and chemotherapy treatments while working alongside a supportive, long-tenured team.
Requirements
The position is open to both experienced veterinarians and recent graduates who are compassionate and dedicated to patient care. Candidates must be willing to work in a collaborative, community-focused hospital setting.
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, 94% have no call, 82% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | not listed | Veterinary Medicine median $150k (middle half $123k–$292k)216 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost of living | Illinois index 100.0 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Veterinary Medicine listings in Illinois | 161 active | 3,340 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 94% no call · 82% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Illinois healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 32% state a sign-on bonus (median $50k) · 8% offer loan repayment213 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Veterinary Medicine listings | 1,266 in the last 30 days | 492 the 30 days before (+157%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Veterinary Medicine pay trend | +3.7% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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About Vet Cor
Benefits & Perks
Living in Des Plaines
- Typical 3-bedroom home value
- $393k
- Typical market rent
- $2,079/mo
- Residents’ average commute
- 28 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.