Veterinarian Jobs in Illinois
Veterinarian jobs in Illinois are open across Chicago, Aurora, and Collinsville and other Illinois metros, with employers like Vetcor, NVA, and Heartland Veterinary Partners hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
Animal Medical Center of Plainfield is seeking veterinarians to join our expanding medical center! What you want is what we have!
We are open to full-time, part-time and flex shifts for doctors looking to work in GP, ER, or a combination of both. Our small animal practice provides reliable general practice care for our valued clients and offers emergency medicine and critical care services 24 hours a day. We perform a variety of soft tissue and orthopedic surgeries to suit your interest. If you prefer no surgery, there is a place for you here, too.
Our doctors enjoy numerous benefits including Continuing Education, a significant starting salary base ($100K+), and we are offering a customizable sign-on package, a supportive team environment with doctors of all experience levels, a mentorship program, and access to the latest and greatest medical equipment. Our scheduling offers much flexibility as work/life balance is important to us.
ABOUT OUR HOSPITAL:
- 2 fully equipped surgical suites
- Fully equipped dental suite including digital x-ray
- Digital radiographic diagnostics
- In-house Ultrasound
- In-house lab
- 20 exam rooms
- Mentorship and collaboration with 11+ doctors on staff
- NO ON-CALL
- Opportunity to pick up ER shifts for extra cash
- New Grads welcomed!
BENEFITS:
- Extremely competitive salary
- Customizable sign-on package
- Flexible schedule options
- Vacation/sick paid time off
- 401(K) with company match
- Health, Dental, Vision
- Paid dues/fees for AVMA, CVMA, State License and DEA
- Continuing Education
- Covered 100% liability insurance
For new graduates, this position will be included in the NVA Illinois Mentorship Program. In this program, our ADVMs will have access to:
- One on one surgical and medical support ranging from in-hospital surgical training and regular medical case review from Dr. Sandra Faeh
- Suite of wellness programming focusing on stress management and cultivating a balanced approach to your life
- Cohort of other new graduate ADVMs in Illinois with planned social events, team bonding, and engagement, regardless of current clinic worked in
Located 40 minutes from Chicago and neighboring Naperville, Plainfield is a large and vibrant community perfect for families or young adults. Downtown Plainfield and Naperville offer many restaurants, breweries, and shopping establishments. If you love the outdoors, there are many trails, nature preserves, and the DuPage River is a great place to kayak.
Animal Medical Center of Plainfield provides comprehensive animal care services to pets in Plainfield, Joliet, Bolingbrook, Naperville, Romeoville, and the surrounding communities. All interested candidates please apply online or submit your CV to chrissie.davis@nva.com or inquire about a visit to our clinic to meet our awesome team.
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Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Veterinarian Job Market in Illinois
A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Vetcor11

- NVA10

- Heartland Veterinary Partners8

- GoodVets3

- Petco3

Top Industries Hiring
- Animal Care & Pet Services35
- Healthcare & Medical Services3
- Consumer Goods2
What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in veterinarian jobs across Illinois.
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from an AVMA-accredited institution
- Active state veterinary license in the state of practice
- DEA registration for controlled-substance prescribing
- Clinical proficiency in diagnostics, surgery, and anesthesia
- Experience with practice management or electronic medical record software
- Board certification or residency training in a veterinary specialty
Veterinarian Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How many veterinarian jobs are there in Illinois?
There are 45+ veterinarian openings in Illinois on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Chicago, Aurora, and Collinsville. New positions post regularly as employers across Illinois hire.
How much do veterinarians make in Illinois?
Veterinarians in Illinois earn a median of about $133,580 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $74,840 for the lowest 10% to over $280,380 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Illinois cities have the most veterinarian jobs?
Chicago, Aurora, and Collinsville have the most veterinarian openings in Illinois right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire veterinarians in Illinois?
Employers hiring veterinarians in Illinois include Vetcor, NVA, and Heartland Veterinary Partners, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote veterinarian jobs in Illinois?
Yes. About 2% of veterinarian openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Illinois metros.
How do I apply for veterinarian jobs in Illinois?
You can apply to veterinarian jobs in Illinois directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Illinois location, then apply to each one that fits.
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