Associate Veterinarian
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Job Description
Company Description
Join Our Growing Team at Central Hospital for Animals!
Full-Time Veterinarian Opportunities – Marion & Herrin, Southern Illinois
Are you a compassionate, motivated veterinarian looking to grow your career in a supportive, well-established practice? Central Hospital for Animals, a trusted small animal and exotics hospital with four busy locations across Southern Illinois, is seeking a Full-Time Veterinarian to join our teams at our Marion and Herrin clinics.
About Us
For over 45 years, Central Hospital for Animals has been dedicated to providing comprehensive medical and surgical care for all our patients. Our main hospital in Herrin, IL, alongside satellite locations in Carbondale, Marion, and Harrisburg, feature fully equipped pharmacies, laboratories, and surgical suites.
With a combined staff experience of over 250 years, our team includes 6 skilled veterinarians and 35 highly qualified support staff, ready to support you—whether you’re a seasoned professional or a new graduate.
Why Southern Illinois?
Southern Illinois is a beautiful place to live and work, with over 33 state parks, numerous wineries, lakes, and trails—all within an hour’s reach. The region offers a vibrant lifestyle with family-friendly events like the DuQuoin State Fair and year-round entertainment from rodeos to live music.
Plus, you're just a short drive away from the amenities of St. Louis, MO (2 hours) and Nashville, TN (3 hours). Whether you love outdoor adventures, cultural events, or quiet small-town charm, Southern Illinois has something for everyone.
Job Description
- What We’re Looking For:
- Full-Time Veterinarian
- Compassionate, team-oriented, and excellent communicator
Proficient in General Medicine and Surgery
Experience preferred; new graduates eager for mentorship encouraged to apply!
What We Offer
Flexible scheduling (open Monday–Saturday)
Competitive Pro-sal Compensation Model
Comprehensive benefits package including paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, health/dental/vision insurance, liability coverage, 401(k), life and supplemental insurance, employee assistance program, and personal pet care discounts
- Medical autonomy with a supportive mentor network
- Paid CE allowance and professional dues
- Future ownership opportunities
Additional Incentives
- Sign-on bonus
- Relocation assistance
- Student loan assistance
Qualifications
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree or equivalent from an accredited university
- Active Veterinary State License (or ability to obtain upon hire)
- DEA license (or ability to obtain upon hire)
- USDA accreditation (or ability to obtain upon hire)
If you're ready to make a difference in the lives of animals and be part of a dedicated, experienced team, we want to hear from you!
- Apply today and start your journey with Central Hospital for Animals!
- Additional Information
We Are a DRUG-Free, Smoke-Free, Equal Opportunity Employer.
Company Policy & Federal & State Laws Forbid Discrimination Because of Age, Color, Race, Religion, Sex, Disability, Sexual Orientation or National Origin
For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/.
Compensation: from USD 110000 - yearly
Key Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive medical and surgical care for small animals and exotics at the Marion and Herrin clinic locations. Collaborate with a team of veterinarians and support staff to ensure high-quality patient outcomes.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Key Skills
Veterinary Medicine Career Context
Of the 50 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 74% have no call, 56% require no weekends.
Veterinary Medicine pay on WeekdayDoc is down 8.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
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).
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