Associate Veterinarian

Animal Emergency Center is a private Veterinarian owned, Emergency & Critical Care hospital located in Southern Illinois, just 15 minutes outside of St. Louis in Collinsville, Illinois. Since 1998, our hospital has been a trusted after-hours emergency hospital serving the Metro East and surrounding communities while building a strong reputation for compassionate, high-quality emergency and critical care medicine. Our doctors are supported by a strong team culture, experienced technicians, and leadership that values communication, continued professional growth, mentorship, and respect. Whether you are an experienced emergency veterinarian, a general practice veterinarian looking to transition into emergency medicine, or a recently graduated veterinarian, we are committed to helping you succeed and grow within our hospital. Compensation & Financial Benefits Competitive base salary ranging from $ 175,000-$200,000 , commensurate with experience Production-based bonus opportunities $10,000 Signing & Retention Bonus available for highly motivated and dedicated candidates Retirement plan with employer matching contributions available Student loan repayment stipend available for recent graduates Comprehensive Benefits for Full-Time Associates Professional dues and licenses Professional liability insurance Health insurance (100%) contribution provided by employer Dental and vision insurance options available Employer-paid life insurance with qualifying health benefits Continuing Education (CE) allowance plus paid time off for CE Generous paid vacation time Pet care benefits Uniform allowance

Scheduling & Work-Life Balance:

Full-time veterinarians work an average of only 3 shifts per week Flexible scheduling options Part-time and relief opportunities also available Nights, weekends, and Holiday shifts required Part-time and relief opportunities also available Supportive scheduling that values work-life balance and longevity in ER medicine

What Our Hospital Offers:

In-house Veterinary Reference Laboratory with STAT diagnostics (Hematology, Serum Chemistries, Endocrinology, Coagulation, Bacteriology, testing and more) Digital radiography, ultrasound, and advanced monitoring equipment Highly experienced and well-trained technicians and support staff with a strong technician-to-doctor ratio. Collaborative and team-focused environment that prioritizes continued professional growth. Strong mentorship and hands-on support for newer graduates Medical Director with over 30 years of Emergency and critical care experience Opportunities for challenging, diverse emergency medical and surgical cases Modernizing systems and workflow focused on quality patient care and efficiency At Animal Emergency Center, we believe emergency medicine can be both rewarding and sustainable. Our culture is centered around communication, teamwork, high-quality patient care, continued professional education and development, and support for one another. If you are looking for a hospital where you can continue to grow your skills, practice excellent emergency and critical care medicine, and truly feel appreciated and part of a team, we would love to speak with you.

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

$175,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Relocation assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

License/Certification:

DVM (Required)

Work Location:

In person