Part‑Time Urgent Care Veterinarian

About the role

UrgentVet provides after‑hours urgent care for dogs and cats in Arlington Heights, Illinois. This part‑time position focuses on common urgent cases such as wound management, ear infections, gastrointestinal upset, and euthanasia, without the higher fees of emergency clinics.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver compassionate, relationship‑based care to patients and their owners.
• Handle urgent cases including wound care, ear infections, vomiting/diarrhea, and euthanasia.
• Collaborate with the clinical team and practice leadership.
• Build relationships within the practice and the local Chicago community.
• Support staff development through the internal LevelUp training program.
• Manage a varying caseload during open hours, including appointments and limited surgeries.

Required profile

• DVM or VMD degree from an AVMA‑accredited college (or successful completion of the ECFVG or PAVE program).
• Active veterinary license in good standing for Illinois, or ability to obtain one.

Required skills

• Proficiency with cloud‑based electronic medical record (EMR) systems.
• Experience using digital radiography equipment.
• Familiarity with IDEXX in‑house laboratory equipment.

What we offer

• Paid continuing‑education days and allowance.
• Paid state licensing fees and professional dues.
• Covered professional liability insurance.
• Additional holiday pay for holiday shifts.
• Optional pro‑sale compensation with no negative accrual.
• Significant discounts on personal veterinary care for multiple pets.
• One‑on‑one mentorship and internal veterinarian collaboration platforms.
• Flexible compensation package, retirement match, and 3 weeks PTO.