Advance your equine sports medicine career in a respected, well-equipped hospital in Cary, IL, with compensation up to $150,000. An excellent opportunity to join a collaborative team serving both referral and ambulatory caseloads across sport and performance horses.
The Hospital This specialty-capable equine facility supports both primary-care and referral cases with a strong emphasis on sports medicine, lameness, surgery, and reproductive services. The team environment is collaborative and well-structured, allowing veterinarians to focus on patient care while supported by experienced technical staff and hospital management. On-site resources streamline diagnostics and treatment planning, and the culture prioritizes clinical excellence, communication, and professional growth. - Mixed referral and ambulatory caseload with performance, sport, and companion horses - On-site digital radiography, diagnostic ultrasound, and nuclear imaging - In-house laboratory services and an on-site pharmacy for rapid turnaround - Fully equipped surgical suite supporting a range of equine procedures - Organized management and technical support to optimize workflow and client service - Mentorship and continuing education encouraged within a supportive clinical culture
Location Based in Cary, Illinois, this role offers small-town ease with quick connections to big-city amenities. Cary combines a walkable historic downtown and community events with convenient transit to Chicago and abundant outdoor recreation nearby. - Direct Metra access to downtown Chicago from the Cary station on the Union Pacific Northwest line - Compact, walkable downtown with independent shops, restaurants, and a lively community vibe - Annual events including the Main Street festival and a summer farmers market - Well-regarded local schools, including Cary Community Consolidated School District 26 and Cary-Grove High School - Easy access to Fox River Valley parks and trails for biking, hiking, and paddling - Close to Crystal Lake, Fox River Grove, and broader retail, medical, and entertainment options in the northwest suburbs
Benefits - Competitive compensation structure with production opportunities - Sign-on, retention, and relocation assistance - Medical, dental, and vision insurance - 401(k) retirement plan - Paid parental leave for birth, adoption, and foster placement - Generous continuing education allowance plus covered professional dues and licensure - Paid time off and paid holidays - Team member discounts on services and products - Employee wellbeing resources, including access to a meditation app and a 24/7 employee assistance program - Employee hardship relief fund - All the tools needed to support advanced diagnostics and sports medicine work
The Role - Perform comprehensive lameness evaluations and diagnostic workups for sport and performance horses - Utilize digital radiography, ultrasonography, and, where appropriate, nuclear imaging to inform treatment - Develop individualized treatment and rehabilitation plans - Provide regenerative and biologic therapies such as PRP and IRAP, as appropriate - Collaborate closely with surgeons and specialists on complex orthopedic and medical cases - Split time between ambulatory and hospital-based appointments - Share emergency and on-call coverage within a supportive team structure - Communicate clearly and proactively with owners and referring veterinarians, maintaining accurate medical records
Requirements - DVM or VMD (or equivalent) and eligibility for Illinois veterinary licensure - Eligibility to work in the United States - Valid DEA registration (or ability to obtain) - Strong interest or experience in equine sports medicine and lameness - Excellent teamwork, communication, and client service skills - Valid driver license for ambulatory work
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Benefits
Paid Vacations, Medical insurance, Relocation assistance
Cary 
Illinois 
USD110K
- USD150K / Year
Paid Vacations, 
Medical insurance, 
Relocation assistance
