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Associate Veterinarian – Prairie State Veterinary Clinic | Orland Park, IL

If you're looking for a hospital where collaboration is more than just a buzzword, Prairie State Veterinary Clinic may be exactly what you've been searching for.  With us, you’ll be able to practice exceptional medicine with people who truly love what they do.

Located in the southwest suburbs of Chicago, Illinois, our thriving small animal practice has earned the trust of families throughout Orland Park, Tinley Park, Palos Heights, Homer Glen, Frankfort, Mokena, and beyond by delivering exceptional medicine with genuine compassion. We're looking for an Associate Veterinarian to join our team - and become part of a culture where doctors and support staff genuinely enjoy working together.

Meet Your Future Team

One of the things that makes Prairie State special is our people.

You'll work alongside Medical Director Dr. Lauren Tassone, an approachable, collaborative leader who is passionate about creating a positive workplace where veterinarians can practice great medicine while continuing to grow professionally. Whether you're looking for mentorship or simply enjoy bouncing ideas off experienced colleagues, Dr. Tassone believes the best patient care comes from working together.

You'll also have the unique opportunity to collaborate with Dr. Frank Norton, a board-certified internal medicine specialist, whose expertise brings advanced case management and learning opportunities right into the hospital. Having an internist in the practice creates an incredible environment for discussing complex cases, expanding your medical knowledge, and elevating patient care every day.

Together with our experienced veterinary team, you'll never feel like you're practicing medicine alone.

A Support Team That Makes Every Day Better

Ask anyone who works here what they love most, and they'll probably tell you it's the people.

Our technicians, assistants, and client service representatives are experienced, compassionate, and incredibly collaborative. Several members of our team have been with Prairie State for more than 20 years, creating a level of trust, efficiency, and teamwork that's hard to find.

This is a team that jumps in to help one another, celebrates wins together, enjoys having fun throughout the day, and truly values every person's contribution. We believe veterinary medicine should be rewarding - and that starts with creating an environment where people enjoy coming to work.

Our team also loves giving back, actively supporting local schools, community organizations, and animal-focused nonprofits throughout the Orland Park area.

About You

You're passionate about practicing high-quality small animal medicine and value working with people who support one another.

Whether you're an experienced veterinarian looking for a collaborative, low-ego environment or a new graduate searching for exceptional mentorship, you'll find opportunities here to build your confidence, develop your skills, and create lasting relationships with clients and their pets.

You enjoy collaborating on cases, communicating with clients, and continually learning alongside a team that genuinely wants everyone to succeed.

About Prairie State Veterinary Clinic

Prairie State Veterinary Clinic is a recently expanded, full-service small animal hospital offering wellness care, preventive medicine, surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, internal medicine, and lifelong care for dogs and cats.

Our modern facility features:

• Five spacious exam rooms
• Dedicated feline exam room
• Comfort room for difficult conversations
• Advanced diagnostic capabilities (including a new ultrasound!)
• Collaborative treatment areas designed to encourage teamwork and communication

We're proud to combine progressive medicine with the warmth and familiarity of a neighborhood practice.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Work alongside Dr. Lauren Tassone and board-certified internist Dr. Frank Norton
• Exceptional mentorship for new graduates and collaborative case support for experienced veterinarians
• Long-tenured, highly skilled support staff who help doctors practice efficiently
• Positive, fun culture where teamwork comes first
• Recently expanded, modern hospital designed for excellent patient care
• Strong community involvement and outreach
• Progressive compensation model with competitive base salary, production opportunities, and no negative accrual
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), CE allowance, professional dues, PTO, and more
• Access to Thrive Pet Healthcare's nationwide network of continuing education, leadership development, and career growth opportunities

Life Outside the Hospital

Located in Orland Park, Illinois, you'll enjoy the perfect blend of suburban living and easy access to downtown Chicago. The area offers outstanding schools, beautiful parks, restaurants, shopping, and convenient access to everything the southwest suburbs have to offer - all while serving a loyal, appreciative client base that values high-quality veterinary care.

Join a Team That Feels Like Home

At Prairie State Veterinary Clinic, you'll find more than your next job - you'll find colleagues who enjoy learning together, a support staff that has your back, and leaders who are invested in helping you build the career you want.

If you're looking for a practice where you can practice excellent medicine, have fun doing it, and go home each day knowing you made a difference, we'd love to meet you.

Prairie State Veterinary Clinic is proud to be part of Thrive Pet Healthcare, giving you the best of both worlds: the culture of a locally loved hospital with the resources, professional development, and collaborative network of one of the nation's leading veterinary organizations.  Click here to learn more. 

To learn more about this opportunity, apply today, or reach out to us at [email protected].

Compensation is negotiable based on credentials and experience with an annual PROSAL full-time range starting at $ $120,000 - $160,000/year. The actual salary offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Your Experience & Skills

• 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 (Illinois), prior to their start date
• Active DEA license or DEA licensure eligible
• New graduate and early career veterinarians encouraged to apply

Benefits – Our Care In Action

Thrive offers a suite of benefits to support team members’ emotional, physical, professional, and financial wellbeing. In addition to our health and life insurance, and short- and long- term disability plans, we offer eligible team members:

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with employer match
• Mental health resources, including easy access to therapy through Lyra Health
• Paid parental leave
• Purr-ental leave for when you adopt a pet
• Subsidized backup childcare and elder care
• Expert advice, support and network discounts for fertility and family planning
• FREE CE courses
• Pet perks and veterinary service discounts
• Student loan support tools and assistance 

*Some benefits shown are only for full-time team members who work 30 hours or more per week. Certain Benefits may be subject to waiting periods or length of service requirements.

Thrive’s Medical Excellence and Education Department leads training and mentorship programs designed to support and empower you with the knowledge, tools, and resources to strengthen and nurture your professional journey.

Plus, we offer rich Medical Excellence through Education programs including Meant to Thrive doctor mentorship, comprehensive RACE-accredited dental education, team and patient safety resources and guidance - and more!  

About Thrive

Thrive Pet Healthcare creates the future of pet well-being through medical excellence, innovative technology, and a connected community of teams and partners. Today, its network of 360+ primary, emergency, and specialty hospitals across the U.S. cares for pets of all ages and health needs, while portfolio companies provide tools and technology that help veterinary teams work smarter and deliver better care. Thrive invests in its people—through mentorship, leadership programs, continuing education, and well-being initiatives—so teams can grow and feel supported. For pet owners, convenient solutions such as a mobile app, digital booking, Thrive PlusTM membership, HereFurYou Helpline, an online pharmacy and flexible financial options* make accessing quality care simpler— giving families the peace of mind their pets deserve. Learn more at thrivepetcare.com.

We welcome you to join our story and join where #WeThriveTogether.

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.

Requirements

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 (Illinois), prior to their start date
Active DEA license or DEA licensure eligible
New graduate and early career veterinarians encouraged to apply