Working at Vernon Hills Animal Hospital
Working at Vernon Hills Animal Hospital means joining a dynamic, compassionate team dedicated to providing exceptional care for pets and their families. Our hospital is proud to have a robust support staff that helps pets and their owners thrive. We prioritize a collaborative and positive work environment and love getting involved in community events and outreach to better connect with the incredible community we serve.
Joining our team means more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to grow your career, bond with a passionate group of professionals, and make a true difference in the lives of pets and their families.
Life in Mundelein, IL
Mundelein, IL, nestled near Vernon Hills, offers the perfect blend of suburban charm and convenience for veterinarians looking to settle in a welcoming community. Known for its lush parks, scenic trails, and family-friendly atmosphere, Mundelein provides ample opportunities for outdoor recreation, including hiking, biking, and boating at nearby Diamond Lake. With top-rated schools and a vibrant town center full of local shops, dining, and cultural events, there’s always something to enjoy.
Located just 35 miles from downtown Chicago, Mundelein offers easy access to the city’s amenities while maintaining a peaceful, small-town vibe. The close-knit community fosters a warm and supportive environment. With Vernon Hills offering even more shopping, entertainment, and dining options just minutes away, you’ll have everything you need. Living and working in Mundelein means balancing a fulfilling career with a rich personal life in a picturesque and thriving area.
Open Positions
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, who are highly invested in their pet’s health and will follow through with your recommendations, 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.
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.
The Associate Veterinarian will need an educational background of at least:
- A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) degree or equivalent from an accredited university.
Veterinarian
Vernon Hills Animal Hospital is looking for an associate veterinarian who is ready to take their career to the next level! We are seeking a personable, enthusiastic and motivated doctor to join our busy practice.
What you’ll find at our practice is a dynamic team that is ready to support you as you continue or begin your professional journey. Our doctors will provide strong mentorship in surgery/dentistry, small mammals (besides dogs and cats) and help you develop a strong business acumen if that’s of interest to you! We have the equipment you’ll need, but if we don’t have a certain item that you really like, we’re willing to 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, who are highly invested in their pet’s health and will follow through with your recommendations; allowing you to practice your best medicine. Our team is excited to add another doctor so that we can continue our legacy of providing top-tier care to our patients in the community.
We welcome all experience levels and new graduates. A full-time or part-time position is available.
About life in Mundelein, IL:
Mundelein is situated in the center of beautiful Lake County, Illinois—one of the strongest areas of commercial and industrial growth in the nation, with excellent housing, recreational, educational, and business opportunities. Located with 45 minutes of Chicago, the city offers countless opportunities for additional night life, sports, restaurants, and one-of-a-kind events.
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
- 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
*Competitive salary based on skill and experience, health/dental/vision/disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, license/dues/liability and short-term disability 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.
The Associate Veterinarian will need an educational background of at least:
A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) degree or equivalent from an accredited university.
Veterinary Technician/Assistant
At Vernon Hills Animal Hospital, although our focus is on dogs and cats, we are unique because we see many species of pets. You may see a baby sloth, an iguana, a rabbit, or a hedgehog in one of our exam rooms on any given day.
Our services include general medicine and surgery (including laser surgery), wellness care and vaccinations, exotic animal medicine and surgery, geriatric medicine, dentistry, radiography (general and dental), therapeutic cold laser treatments, and laboratory services.
Position Purpose
The Veterinary Assistant assists the veterinarians and technicians with patient care and treatment, monitors hospitalized pets, maintains inventory, prepares prescriptions, performs routine in-house laboratory work, educates clients regarding veterinary care and procedures, and assists with surgical procedures.
Competencies
- Patience & Compassion: Remaining professional while still making teammates, clients, and patients feel as comfortable as possible regardless of the situation or challenges presented. Responding quickly and calmly to crisis while maintaining a high standard of patient care.
- Collaboration & Teamwork: Carefully coordinating actions with veterinarians and practice team members. Providing feedback appropriately and in a timely manner. Quickly incorporating feedback to ensure positive results. Sharing ideas and being open to other’s ideas.
- Communicating: Conveying instructions to clients and teammates to ensure successful patient care.
- Active Listening: Following the instructions of veterinarians and sometimes patient owners. Picking up the needs of veterinarians and teammates based on prior experiences and feedback.
- Organization Skills: Clear tracking of lab specimens, medications, patient instructions, workflow, and other job-related items while managing multiple patients and clients.
- Client Satisfaction: Ensuring all activities and interactions result in the highest level of client satisfaction.
Essential Responsibilities
- Assist veterinarians in the practice of veterinary medicine and surgery and other tasks as needed.
- Assist veterinarians in outpatient exams by taking histories, vital signs, and weights, as well as providing client education.
- Prepare patients for surgery and monitor vital signs of the patient during surgery.
- Obtain blood, stool, and other samples; perform in-hospital laboratory testing and prepare specimens for outside laboratories.
- Take, develop, and maintain radiographs following proper safety procedures.
- Provide basic animal handling and restrain animals during exams.
- Administer and monitor medications, anesthesia, vaccines, and treatments at the discretion of the veterinarian.
- Clean and straighten exam rooms, treatment, and lab areas; restock exam rooms with supplies. Assist other team members to keep the public areas of the practice clean; clean and maintain all medical equipment.
- Demonstrate warmth, courtesy and professionalism in all interactions with clients; exercise compassion and care in all interactions with patients.
- Communicate with veterinarians and practice team members including client discussions, patient plans, client concerns, etc.
- Any other duties as assigned.
Requirements/Qualifications
- Ability to work on weekends as required
- Previous veterinary experience preferred
- Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 25 pounds with assistance
- Practice OSHA safety techniques including proper PPE
- Basic math and the ability to calculate medication dosages
- Basic computer skills, familiarity with MS office applications, etc.
- Strong communication skills to ensure patient safety
Benefits Offered
- Paid time off
- Health insurance; dental insurance; vision insurance
- Retirement benefits or accounts
- Bonus incentive
- Flexible work schedules
- Career and professional development
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Referral Program
- Benefits offered may vary depending on full or part time employment status according to company policy.