Associate Veterinarian

Associate Veterinarian

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Position:
Full‑time, Chatham, IL – No weekends. $50k hiring bonus and $10k relocation assistance available.

At Grace Veterinary Clinic, we thrive on positive communication and collaboration and coordinate our efforts to achieve shared goals. We have over 50 years of technician experience, with five certified technicians. We truly value our clients, their pets, and our co‑workers and we wholeheartedly believe that our clients are not just customers but are individuals who are part of our extended family.

We offer Echocardiograms and Ultrasound services that are interpreted by a Board‑Certified Radiologist for the most accurate diagnosis. We also offer rehab services that are ideal for elderly pets, weight loss programs, and/or post‑surgical cases.

Grace Veterinary Clinic was voted the top Veterinary Clinic in the 2025 Springfield Community Choice Awards!

Chatham is a quaint village located about 10‑15 minutes from many historical Land of Lincoln sites and museums located in our state capital of Springfield, IL. We have plenty of local shops, a mall, and many restaurants in the Chatham/Springfield area. Commuting to and from work is a breeze, and this is a great community to practice veterinary medicine.

We are open Monday‑Friday: 7:30‑5:00 pm. No weekends. Serving Chatham, Springfield, and Virden.

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM / VMD) or equivalent degree required.
• State Veterinary Board License and must be in good standing for the state in which they intend to be hired, prior to their start date.
• Active DEA license or DEA licensure eligible.

• Paid time off including 8‑weeks of full‑pay parental leave, bereavement to grieve both humans and pets, and time off for new pet adoptions.
• Pet perks including free exams, discounts on products and services, and more at all Thrive Pet Healthcare locations.
• Generously subsidized backup and ongoing care support for children, adults, and pets.
• Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions.
• Continuing education support through free courses, CE credits and paid time off to complete.
• And so much more!

Compensation is negotiable based on credentials and experience with an annual PROSAL range of $110k‑150k. The actual salary offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Vet‑foundered and Austin‑born, Thrive Pet Healthcare has expanded to over 380 partner hospitals nationwide, united by a mission to shape the future of pet well‑being through medical excellence, innovative technology, and a connected community. We bridge general practice, urgent care, specialty, and emergency care, and our locally rooted, nationally connected hospitals benefit from Thrive's extensive resources while maintaining their unique identities.

We believe that supporting our people is the key to helping pets thrive through every stage of life. Join us where #We Thrive Together . We provide customizable professional development opportunities, a supportive work environment that values work‑life rhythms, and 24/7 mental health support.

At Thrive Pet Healthcare, we celebrate and embrace the uniqueness and diversity of all of our team members, pet owners, and pets. We strive to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture where all team members are empowered and feel a sense of belonging.