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VCA Cat Hospital of Chicago is seeking a people-oriented Associate Veterinarian to join our team of 4 doctors and 25+ support staff in Chicago, Illinois.   P/T and F/T schedules available.

Experience in feline medicine/surgery desired, ABVP boarded in feline a plus.  Feline-enthusiastic new grads considered.  

We are a fully equipped, AAHA accredited, AAFP Gold Standard Cat Friendly Practice with a strong focus on internal medicine.  We are keen on introducing technology and working with local shelters.   Applicants must have a strong interest in and passion for feline internal medicine/behavior/surgery, and must be outgoing team players with good communication skills.  Dental and abdominal ultrasound skills a plus.

VCA Cat Hospital of Chicago is open 6 days/week; our DVMs enjoy a 4 day work week, with an emphasis on work-life balance so we can feel purrfectly prepared to face our busy days well rested and energized!

Interested in hospital leadership? Medical Director possible for the right F/T candidate. Great benefits, salary/base pay commensurate with experience.

Come enjoy our frigid winters, our friendly Midwestern people and our packed-full-of-fun Chicago summers!   VCA Cat Hospital of Chicago is located in the heart of Chicago’s Irving Park neighborhood, close to public transportation and 2.3 miles west of Wrigley Field.

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 & Well-being

• Innovative associate health and well-being 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

At VCA we are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and want to be a place where a diverse mix of talented people want to come, stay and do their best work.