Veterinarian (General Practice) - New Graduates Welcome - Crete, Illinois

Location Illinois
Discipline: Veterinary Surgeons
Job type: Permanent
Salary: Salary commensurate with experience level
Contact name: Emily Hannify

Contact email: emily@lloydandcowan.com
Job ref: 5499
Published: 20 days ago

Step Into a Veterinarian Role Where Your Voice Matters and Your Career Can Truly Flourish

I’m delighted to share an exceptional opportunity for a Veterinarian seeking a practice that values clinical autonomy, professional growth, and genuine work-life balance—all within a location that offers the best of both worlds: peaceful charm just outside vibrant Chicago.

This long-standing, AAHA-accredited small-animal hospital has built an outstanding reputation for delivering high-quality, compassionate care for more than two decades. With a primary facility and a nearby outpatient clinic, the team enjoys a dynamic, varied caseload—without losing the continuity of shared records and well-established client relationships.

What Makes This Opportunity Stand Out

Here, you’ll join a team that is deeply committed to supporting you as both a clinician and a person. The practice offers an impressive range of services, allowing you to expand your skills while working with excellent equipment and a collaborative, experienced medical team.

You’ll have access to:

Comprehensive wellness and preventive care
Urgent care and illness management
Soft-tissue surgery and dentistry
Digital full-body and dental radiography
Ultrasonography
Acupuncture and therapeutic laser therapy
In-house diagnostics
Medical and vacation boarding services

The hospital’s charming red-barn setting offers a refreshing escape from the busyness of Chicago, while still keeping you close enough to enjoy the culture, dining, and amenities of the city whenever you choose.

What You Can Expect

This role is designed for a Veterinarian who wants flexibility, stability, and the opportunity to grow:

Flexible scheduling to support genuine work-life balance
Clinical autonomy so you can practice medicine your way
Future ownership opportunities for long-term career investment
A short commute from Chicago without big-city stress
Extremely generous signing bonuses
Full benefits, including PTO, health/dental/vision/life insurance, 401K, and pet care discounts
Competitive compensation tailored to your experience
Paid CE allowance and coverage of professional dues
DVM mentorship network for continuous clinical support
Relocation assistance and student loan aid
Commuter stipend for tolls and fuel

Who We’re Hoping to Welcome

• A full-time Veterinarian
• A compassionate and collaborative clinician
• Someone confident in general medicine and surgery
• Experienced candidates or new graduates seeking mentorship

If you’re searching for a practice where you can build meaningful relationships, advance your skills, and enjoy a balanced, fulfilling life just outside Chicago, I’d love to connect!

For a confidential conversation, please contact me directly at emily@lloydandcowan.com or call +44 2887 658068.