General Practice (Veterinarian)

  • Tempus Veterinary Recruitment
  • Alton, Illinois
  • 13 days ago
  • Full Time

Job Summary


Employment Type
Full Time

Job Description


Introduction
Our client is a hospital currently hiring for a full-time or part-time Veterinarian to join a dynamic small animal and exotics practice. The clinic treats dogs, cats, and a range of exotic species, offering an opportunity for veterinarians to expand their clinical interests.

Working Hours / Rota
The hospital is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Saturday from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM. It is closed on Sundays. The position offers flexibility for either full-time or part-time scheduling and promotes a healthy work-life balance with an efficient and supportive team structure.

Role Description and Responsibilities
The Veterinarian will provide care across wellness exams, sick patient treatment, client education, surgery, and dentistry. Responsibilities include diagnostics, radiology, spay and neuter procedures, electrosurgery, soft tissue surgery, and cryosurgery. The clinic welcomes candidates of all experience levels, including new graduates, and provides mentorship for those starting their careers. An interest in surgery, dentistry, and client communication is encouraged.

Practice Details
The facility is equipped with digital radiology, electrosurgery units, in-house diagnostics, and tools for a wide range of procedures from routine wellness care to specialized surgeries. The hospital offers comprehensive services including wellness and vaccination, parasite prevention, nutrition counseling, and surgical care. The clinic culture is collaborative and focused on efficiency, enabling doctors to prioritize patient care and client interaction.

Team
The team is described as seasoned, efficient, and supportive. The work environment is collaborative and mentoring-focused, with an easy-going culture that values both professional development and work-life balance.

Candidate Requirements

  • Must hold the relevant degree(s) and additional qualifications to work as a veterinarian in the United States of America (USA)
  • Must hold, be in the process of, or be able to obtain, a state license for the state they are applying to work in
  • Must have the right to work in the United States of America (USA), or be able to obtain the required visa to do so

About Tempus Recruitment

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The Package Competitive Salary
  • Base Salary + Production
  • Sign On Bonus of $150k!
  • CE Allowance
  • Health, dental, vision insurance with HSA/FSA, infertility benefits
  • 401k Match
  • Paid parental, vacation and sick leave
  • Pet care for own pets
  • 100% paid professional liability coverage
  • 100% paid life insurance
  • 100% paid short-term disability insurance
  • Flexible scheduling for work/life balance

Job Summary


Employment Type
Full Time

Benefit Insights


Health Insurance
Vacation Leave
Flexible Schedules
Sick Leave
401(k)
Holiday Pay
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance

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Originally Posted on: 7/1/2025