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VCA Aurora Animal Hospital is seeking an Emergency Veterinarian to join our established, AAHA accredited, 24-hour emergency, specialty, and general practice in Aurora, Illinois-located just an hour outside of Chicago.

Our spacious, 27,000 square foot facility is equipped with everything you need to practice your best medicine. Our doctors deliver the quality veterinary medicine our patients and clients deserve, with a strong client base willing to care for their pets. Our hospital welcomes collaboration with a wide variety of specialists on site, which is the perfect environment for you to continue to learn and grow professionally. Additionally, we feature a well developed general practice, a thriving internship program, and an experienced management team. Our multi-specialty group includes Surgery, Radiology, Medical and Radiation Oncology, Critical Care, Internal Medicine, Neurology, and Cardiology.

Open your arms to the Aurora Area, which includes ten cities and towns unique in their own charms yet unified by the Fox River that flows through our valley. Only 37 miles west of Chicago, the Aurora Area is home to the oldest continuous Farmers Market in Illinois, a wide variety of shopping, and outdoor music at River Edge Park. For recreation, the City's 325-acre Phillips Park features an 18-hole golf course, aquatic center, skate park, lakeside walking path, and the recently restored Sunken Gardens.  With all the delights of Chicago only an hour away, there is always something fun to do!

Visit our website here: https://vcahospitals.com/aurora

At VCA we are committed to equity, inclusion, and diversity, and strive to be a place where a talented mix of people want to come, stay, and do their best work.

As a member of the VCA family, eligible full-time employees will be rewarded with a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

Health & Well-being

• Innovative associate health and well-being department (Headspace app subscriptions, Vault financial wellness tool, and access to additional mental health resources)
• 401k retirement savings plan with company match
• Health/dental/vision insurance, infertility benefits, gender affirmation services
• Paid parental, vacation and sick leave

Professional Development

• Continuing Education Allowance and paid Continuing Education Days
• WOOF University - offering abundant CE for Doctors and Staff
• VCA Academy's Mentorship Program - participate as a mentee or mentor in a GP or ER setting
• Opportunities to participate in a robust Clinical Studies program

Additional Benefits

• Up to 100% Pet Care Discount for your own pets
• 100% paid professional liability coverage
• 100% paid life insurance
• 100% paid short-term disability insurance
• Access to a network of 5,000 doctors, including more than 600 specialists