Our friendly, professional staff at VCA Ark Animal Hospital ​is looking for an additional Associate Veterinarian to join our team. Our AAHA certified hospital was recently renovated, allowing a great space for staff. We have individual doctor stations, EMR and new state-of-the-art equipment including ultrasound and cold/therapeutic laser. We also have dedicated surgical and dental suites!

We have a family team atmosphere at VCA Ark Animal Hospital. We believe in work life balance; offering flexible schedules and we are closed on Sunday. Teamwork is a priority in our hospital. We have enthusiastic and highly trained technical staff, and a two-to-one tech to doctor ratio on shifts including two CVTs. 

Chicago was voted Best Large City in the U.S. three years in a row! We are close to downtown where you will find world-class museums, stadiums, dynamic entertainment, Millennium Park and an award-winning dining scene. We also have numerous parks, sandy beaches, hidden gardens and buzzing riverfront in almost every neighborhood of the city. Chicago has a close-knit feel despite being so large!

As a member of the VCA family, eligible full-time employees will be rewarded with a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

Health & Wellness

• Innovative associate health and wellbeing department (Headspace app subscriptions, Vault financial wellness tool, and access to additional mental health resources)
• 401k retirement savings plan with company match
• Health/dental/vision insurance, infertility benefits, gender affirmation services
• Paid parental, vacation and sick leave

Professional Development

• Continuing Education Allowance and paid Continuing Education Days
• WOOF University – offering abundant CE for Doctors and Staff
• VCA Academy's Mentorship Program – participate as a mentee or mentor in a GP or ER setting
• Opportunities to participate in a robust Clinical Studies program

Additional Benefits

• Up to 100% Pet Care Discount for your own pets
• 100% paid professional liability coverage
• 100% paid life insurance
• 100% paid short-term disability insurance
• Access to a network of 5,000 doctors, including more than 600 specialists