Emergency Veterinarian

Description

Capital Veterinary Specialists, JAXis looking for a full-time Emergency Veterinarian to join our team as part of the Thrive Pet Healthcare community in Hoffman Estates,Illinois.

You’ll deliver exceptional, real-time care when pets and their families need it most. In this fast-paced environment, you’ll strengthen your triage and critical assessment skills while being supported by a collaborative team that steps in when it matters. Backed by Thrive’s nationwide network, innovative technology, and advanced training, you’ll stay focused on what matters most - providing outstanding care and improving patient outcomes.

We’ll meet you where you are in your career and actively invest in your growth as both a clinician and a leader. While you’re committed to the success of your patients, we’re equally committed to yours—supporting you through high-stakes moments, unexpected emergencies, and the times when compassion makes all the difference. The expertise, dedication, and heart you bring to every patient and family will always be valued and recognized.

Our progressive compensation model is designed to reward your impact, offering a competitive base salary alongside production opportunities— with no negative accrual.

You’ll provide emergency care for sick and injured patients while also managing hospitalized cases. You’ll assess and diagnose patients, develop and oversee treatment plans, and partner closely with technicians to ensure high-quality execution of care. Your work will include performing surgeries, delivering critical care, and maintaining an exceptional standard of service for every patient who enters our emergency department.

At Capital Veterinary Specialists, you’ll feel the warmth and openness of a unique clinic while having the opportunity. We are a specialty referral practice that offers Surgery, Internal Medicine, Critical Care, Canine Rehabilitation, and 24-hour Emergency Services. Our charter is to be at the forefront of all advancements in veterinary science and to provide compassionate, multidisciplinary specialist care. We also promise to continue our collaborative research, continuing veterinary education, and knowledge sharing among colleagues.

At Capital Veterinary Specialists, JAX, a Thrive Pet Healthcare partner, you will have the support, tools, and resources to elevate your skills. As a hospital deeply rooted in the local community, you will experience the best of both worlds: a genuine local culture with the benefits of Thrive's national resources.

Compensation negotiable based on credentials and experience with an annual PROSAL full-time range starting at $180K/year. The actual salary offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM / VMD) or equivalent degree required
• State Veterinary Board License:
  • Active and in good standing for the state of intended employment
  • Obtained prior to start date
• Active DEA license or DEA licensure eligible
• Experience in emergency medicine or completion of small animal rotating or emergency internships is highly recommended

At Thrive Pet Healthcare, emergency veterinary medicine is our core, powering our network of hospitals nationwide. We're a proud, excellence-centered community committed to mutual success—yours included. As a ThrivER - you'll collaborate closely with specialists, keeping your skills sharp and medicine cutting-edge. By integrating emergency expertise with full-spectrum veterinary services, we've cracked the code on superior pet healthcare. This unique integration sets us apart, ensuring top-tier care when pets…