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O'Brien Veterinary Group
Arlington Heights, Illinois

Associate Veterinarian - Feline Only Clinic

Veterinarian Above average in Veterinary MedicineFull-Time

Listed compensation

$135K - $165K

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Employment & setting
Full-Time · on-site
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

WHO WE ARE: At Arlington Cat Clinic, cats are not just our patients—they’re our

passion.

Located in Arlington Heights, IL, we are a Certified Cat-Friendly Practice

dedicated exclusively to feline care in our community. Our team has been

thriving together for over 20 years, united by a shared mission to provide

exceptional, stress-free medicine in a respectful and supportive environment.

Some highlights of our practice include

* Feline-focused general practice 

* Wellness exams and ill pet physicals 

* Soft tissue surgery  

* Dentals 

* Digital Radiography 

WHAT LIFE IS LIKE AT ARLINGTON CAT CLINIC: Joining our team means becoming part

of a collaborative, compassionate, and tight-knit group of veterinary

professionals who truly love what they do. We support each other through every

wellness exam, dental procedure, surgery, and unpredictable challenge the day

might bring.

Our highly skilled technical team ensures that you’re able to focus on patient

care while enjoying a balanced, fulfilling work life.

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR: We’re seeking a veterinarian who shares our passion for

feline medicine and aligns with the following:

* A devoted and skilled full-time veterinarian with a strong passion for

delivering exceptional patient care.

* A collaborative team member who enjoys working with others and mentoring

fellow staff, while remaining open to receiving feedback.

* A professional dedicated to continuous growth, always striving to stay

in-the-know with the latest advancements in veterinary medicine.

Whether you’re a seasoned practitioner or a new DVM graduate, you’ll find

mentorship, camaraderie, and purpose here!

Responsibilities

* Provide feline wellness exams and diagnosis 

* Perform medical procedures such as vaccinations, dental procedures, soft

tissue surgery, and necessary diagnostics

* Administer and accurately monitor controlled substances 

* Maintain and complete patient records 

* Serve as mentor to technical support staff 

* Build and establish rapport with the client base, demonstrating exceptional

bedside manner and communication while providing clear communication on

ongoing home treatment

Qualifications

* Graduate of an AVMA accredited Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) program 

* Licensure in the state of Illinois or eligibility to obtain licensure prior

to start

* Strong proficiency in medical knowledge and surgical skills, particularly in

soft tissue surgery

* Demonstrated interest or experience in feline medicine 

* Exemplary professionalism and communication skills with both team members and

clients

* Strong decision-making and time-management skills 

* Commitment to ongoing professional development and growth 

Benefits & Support

* Compensation: $135,000–$165,000 base salary

* Additional Earnings: Bonus opportunities + production pay

* Paid Time Off (PTO) 

* Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance   

* Short & Long Term Disability   

* Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 

* 24/7 Mental Health Support 

* Paid Parental Leave   

* 401K with company match  

* Paid Licensure and Dues   

* VIN Membership   

* CE Allowance with additional paid days to end CE events   

* Uniform Allowance 

* And so much more! 

If you want to learn more, visit us at https://www.arlingtoncatclinic.com/

[https://www.arlingtoncatclinic.com/], or email toby@arlingtoncatclinic.com.

[toby@arlingtoncatclinic.com]

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Team CollaborationClient Rapport

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Associate Veterinarian - Feline Only Clinic at O'Brien Veterinary Group a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the Above average in Veterinary Medicine — ranked against 2,957 active Veterinary Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc.

Veterinary Medicine Career Context

Of the 50 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 78% have no call, 62% require no weekends.

Veterinary Medicine pay on WeekdayDoc is down 2.0% 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)), so the posted ~$150k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $150k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Work-life snapshot

7.2/ 10
Listing-based score

Above average in Veterinary Medicine

  • On-site

Living in Arlington Heights

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$475k
Typical market rent
$1,985/mo
Residents’ average commute
28 min
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

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

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

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About O'Brien Veterinary Group

Veterinary Services
Oak Brook, Illinois
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Bonus opportunities + production pay
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance
Short & Long Term Disability
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
24/7 Mental Health Support
Paid Parental Leave
401K with company match