Associate Veterinarian - Western Springs, IL
Company websitevetstrategy.com (VetStrategy, opens in new tab)
Base salary $120K to $150K
Employer-published annual base salary, USD. Advertised base range in Western Springs, IL
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- LocationWestern Springs, IL
- WorkplaceWorkplace not stated
- Status at last checkSource accepting applications when checked
- Last checked (1 h ago) · observed since
About this job
Join us as an Associate Veterinarian at VCA Boone Animal Hospital in Western Springs, Illinois and you’ll quickly discover that you’re supported by world-class medicine, advanced technology, modern facilities, and a collaborative, experienced team. At VCA, the future of veterinary medicine is in our hands.
Why Join the Team
Join a tenured team of 29 Associates including a Medical Director, 3 Associate Veterinarians, a board-certified Surgeon, certified technicians, technician assistants, and experienced client service representatives
Established hospital serving the community since 1959 with a state-of-the-art facility opened in 2017
AAHA-accredited, Feline Friendly, and Fear Free certified hospital focused on high-quality, compassionate medicine
Access to advanced equipment and services including digital radiography, digital dental radiography, ultrasound, laser surgery, laser therapy, acupuncture, in-house laboratory diagnostics, and outside lab services
Collaborative and welcoming culture that values teamwork, mentorship, and strong medicine
Located in Western Springs, Illinois, an affluent and highly desirable Chicago suburb known for its strong sense of community, excellent schools, charming downtown area, and easy access to Chicago via Metra rail
Conveniently located near Hinsdale, Burr Ridge, La Grange, Oak Brook shopping and dining, walking trails, and Brookfield Zoo
Cases
Small animal general practice with a strong focus on high-quality medicine and client relationships
Opportunity to work alongside an experienced medical team including a board-certified Surgeon
Diverse caseload supported by advanced diagnostics and modern technology
Environment that encourages continued learning, collaboration, and medical growth
Schedule
Full-time schedule with strong emphasis on work-life balance
Hospital open 6 days per week
Schedule includes 4 weekdays (Monday–Friday) plus a rotating half-day Saturday
No on-call hours
Compensation
Salary range: $120,000 – $150,000, negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, and credentials
Salary range based on a 40-hour work week; compensation outside of the listed range may be discussed
Eligible for additional variable pay programs, including production earnings
Total Rewards
As a member of the VCA family, eligible full-time employees are rewarded with a comprehensive benefits package, including:
Health & Well-Being
Innovative Associate health and well-being support including Headspace subscriptions, financial wellness tools, and additional mental health resources
401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Infertility benefits and gender-affirmation services
Paid parental leave, vacation, and sick time
Professional Development
Continuing Education allowance and paid CE days
WOOF University offering abundant CE opportunities for doctors and staff
VCA Academy Mentorship Program opportunities as a mentee or mentor
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
Qualifications
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited university or equivalent
Licensure in good standing in Illinois, or the ability to obtain
Commitment to practicing high-quality medicine and collaborative patient care
Experienced veterinarians encouraged to apply
About VCA
VCA is a leader in veterinary care, committed to the future of veterinary medicine. With a network of more than 1,000 animal hospitals, we care for over 4.5 million pets annually, delivering world-class medicine with hometown care.
Trusted and empowered, our Associates collaborate to push our profession forward and build fulfilling careers with lasting impact.
VCA is part of the Mars Veterinary Health family of brands, working toward A Better World for Pets™.
🔗 Learn more about the hospital: http://vcahospitals.com/boone-animal-hospital
If you are a current associate, you need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.
Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development).We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com.Source: VetStrategy on Workday · View original posting (opens in new tab)
Pay in context
This role's base floor ($120,000) is above 17% of the 126 Healthcare Clinical roles in Illinois listed on this site; 4 others list the same floor. Their median floor is $135,000; the middle half runs from $125,000 to $180,000.
Only jobs on this site count, and each one publishes a base salary of $100,000 or more, so this compares six-figure jobs with each other, not with the whole market. Computed Nov 8, 2026.
This listingAssociate Veterinarian - Western Springs, IL$120K to $150K
Associate Veterinarian$120K to $150K
Associate Veterinarian$120K to $145K
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Associate VeterinarianFrom $120K
Medical DirectorFrom $120K
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Chart as a table
| Role | Published base |
|---|---|
| Associate Veterinarian - Western Springs, IL (this listing) | $120K - $150K |
| Associate Veterinarian | $120K - $150K |
| Associate Veterinarian | $120K - $145K |
| Associate Veterinarian | $120K - $150K |
| Associate Veterinarian | From $120K |
| Medical Director | From $120K |
| Medical Director | From $120K |
Observed changes
- First observed on the employer's board
- Began meeting the published-salary criteria
- Observed since
- Employer-stated posting date
- 2026-05-29
Where this pay comes from
Location as the employer wrote it: Western Springs, IL
Salary range: $120,000 – $150,000, negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abiliti
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- The pay is an annual base salary in US dollars with a minimum of at least $100,000.
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