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Associate Veterinarian

New Frontier Animal Medical Center, Northborough, MA, United States


Join us as an

Associate Veterinarian, DVM

at

VCA Naper Ridge Animal Hospital

located in

Naperville, IL

and you’ll quickly discover that you’re well supported by world‑class medicine, technology, facilities, and a talented team. You’ll be empowered to do your best work with a team you can count on. At VCA, the future of veterinary medicine is in our hands.

Generous signing bonus- starting at 20k+

We are offering a signing bonus for an experienced doctor, DVM.

Why Join the Team?

VCA Naper Ridge Animal Hospital, located in Naperville, Illinois, is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our multi‑doctor team of passionate professionals. We are a well‑established, small animal practice with a strong reputation in the community and a loyal, appreciative client base.

Our team is cohesive, tenured, and deeply committed to collaborative care. You’ll be supported by a highly experienced and well‑trained group of technicians and support staff, making your day‑to‑day both efficient and rewarding. At VCA Naper Ridge, we prioritize work‑life balance, offer a set schedule, and strive for manageable caseloads to help our doctors thrive.

Located just 28 miles west of Chicago, Naperville is a consistently top‑rated place to live, offering acclaimed schools, vibrant parks, a dynamic downtown with restaurants and shops, and easy public transportation. You’ll enjoy the best of both worlds: suburban charm with easy access to the excitement of the city.

Schedule

Our doctors enjoy a set schedule with desirable hours and no on‑call shifts. We believe in giving our team the time they need to provide thorough, high‑quality care.

Full‑time or part‑time available.

We can customize a schedule to align with your work/life balance goals.

Cases
We are a general practice hospital focused on providing advanced care to our canine and feline patients. Our services include:

Laser therapy

Electrocautery

Wellness care, surgery, and internal medicine

Digital radiography & digital dental radiography

Ultrasound

Who we look for

People who love pets and their care

Dedicated experts who want to provide world‑class medicine

Collaborators who enjoy teaching others and working as a team

Curious lifelong learners who want to grow and thrive for a dynamic and fulfilling career

Empathetic partners who develop strong client and associate relationships built on trust

Total Rewards
As a VCA Associate, eligible full‑time employees will be rewarded with a comprehensive package, including:

Compensation

Salary is negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities and other relevant credentials. The annual salary range for this position is $120,000 to 150,000.

Salary range listed is based on a 40 hour work week.

This position is also eligible for other variable pay programs (production/pro‑salary)

Health & Well‑being

Innovative Associate health and well‑being resources (Headspace app, Fidelity financial wellness tool, and access to additional mental health resources including Lyra Health)

401k retirement savings plan with company match

Health/dental/vision insurance, infertility and gender affirmation benefits

Paid parental, vacation and sick leave

Professional Development

Continuing Education Allowance and paid Continuing Education Days

WOOF University – offering abundant CE for Doctors and the care team

Opportunities to participate in a robust Clinical Studies program

Qualifications

A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, from an accredited university or equivalent

Licensure in good standing to practice in IL, or the ability to obtain

A commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics

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