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Northwest Animal Hospital is looking for an experienced veterinarian who is ready to take your career to the next level and lead our team of dedicated professionals! We are seeking a personable, enthusiastic and motivated doctor to join our busy practice as the Managing Veterinarian.

Do you have ideas and protocols that you have always wanted to implement? Do you want to direct a team of skilled professionals to be the best they can be? Then what you'll find at our practice is a dynamic team that is ready to support you as you continue through your professional journey. Our hospital is fully equipped but if we don't have a certain piece of equipment that you need, we'll get it!

We pride ourselves on offering the highest standards of care in veterinary medicine, while offering individualized care for each patient. This is accomplished by building strong relationships with our clients through communication and education; allowing you to practice your best medicine. Our team is excited to add a leader so that we can continue our legacy of providing top-tier care to our patients in the community. 

A full-time or part-time position is available. 

website: https://mynorthwestanimalhospital.com/ 

About life in Des Plaines, IL:

Situated on the Des Plaines River, our city offers a variety of restaurants, parks, and shopping. With highly-rated schools, we are a perfect place to raise a family or establish your career. Located just minutes from O'Hare International Airport, we offer public transportation options to the Chicago Loop, Chicago Botanic Gardens, Ravinia, and other local sites.

City website: https://www.desplaines.org/ 

What to expect from our team:

• Ability to practice independently AND collaborate with colleagues
• Competitive salary/exceptional benefits*
• Ability to create an optimal schedule to support a healthy work-life balance
• A safe and accepting culture
• Support in bringing new ideas and protocols to the practice
• Encouragement of pursuing CE opportunities
• Self-care resources
• Experienced support staff

Our ideal candidate will:

• Have a passion for veterinary medicine
• Have a willingness to learn and grow professionally
• Have a keen business sense
• Be positive and energetic
• Enjoy collaboration with colleagues, i.e. TEAMWORK!
• Be an empathetic and competent communicator
• Have a compassionate heart
• Have a sense of humor
• SMILE! After all, you love your career, right?

*Competitive salary based on skill and experience, health/dental/vision/disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, license/dues/liability insurance expenses covered, generous paid time off, CE allowance, assistance with relocation costs, and the ability to enjoy a work-life balance. Part-time benefits may vary.

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