Veterinarian Mixed Animal

Associate Veterinarian Mixed Animal

Spoon River Animal Clinic 3098 N Main St Canton IL 61520

Spoon River Animal Clinic is seeking a Mixed Animal Veterinarian to join our team of pet superheroes! Enjoy the variety of practicing mixed animal medicine while providing exceptional care to companion animals equine patients and livestock throughout the Canton community and surrounding rural areas.

• Compensation: Competitive ProSal with no negative accrual
• Sign-On Bonus and/or Relocation Assistance Available
• Schedule:Full-time preferred (part-time considered) Four-day work week (8:00 AM5:00 PM) rotating every third Saturday (8:00 AM12:00 PM) with a dedicated lunch break from 12:00 PM1:30 PM

Why Youll Love Working Here:

Practice True Mixed Animal Medicine: Enjoy a diverse caseload treating dogs cats horses cattle swine small ruminants and occasional exotics. From preventive care and surgery to herd health consultations equine dentistry and farm calls youll practice the variety that makes mixed animal medicine so rewarding.

Experienced Long-Tenured Team: Work alongside a highly skilled dedicated team where many of our technicians and support staff have been part of the Spoon River family for more than 20 years. Youll benefit from a collaborative environment built on trust mentorship and shared expertise.

Supportive Team-Oriented Culture: Great medicine starts with a great team. We foster a culture of collaboration open communication welcoming new ideas celebrating successes and supporting one another while providing outstanding care to our patients and clients.

Deeply Connected to Our Community: Giving back is part of who we are. Were proud to support our local community through partnerships with the Reindeer Farm participation in humane society spay/neuter initiatives and other community outreach efforts that improve the lives of animals both inside and outside our hospital.

Modern Facility with Large Animal Capabilities. Our full-service hospital features advanced diagnostics digital radiology in-house laboratory equipment surgical and dental suites and a dedicated haul-in facility designed for safe and efficient equine and livestock handling. Farm calls are also part of our mixed animal services.

Benefits & Perks

• Comprehensive medical dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 3.5% employer match
• Paid time off (PTO) plus paid CE days
• Annual CE allowance; in addition we cover professional dues licensing fees DEA AVMA PLIT and membership dues
• Mentorship for new graduates and collaborative case support

About Spoon River Animal Clinic

Since 1981 Spoon River Animal Clinic has proudly served Canton and the surrounding communities by providing comprehensive veterinary care for companion animals horses livestock and exotic pets. As one of the few practices in the region offering truly mixed animal medicine we take pride in building lasting client relationships while practicing progressive compassionate veterinary care in a welcoming small-town community.

Proudly AAHA-accredited since 1995 we continually invest in advanced technology modern equipment and our team to ensure our doctors have the resources they need to practice exceptional medicine and provide the highest standard of patient care.

Join a well-established practice where no two days are the same. Whether youre an experienced veterinarian or a new graduate seeking mentorship youll enjoy a diverse mixed animal caseload with the support and resources to build a rewarding career while making a meaningful impact on our community.

Where We Are Located Canton Illinois

Canton offers the perfect balance of small-town charm and modern conveniences making it an exceptional place to live work and raise a family. With a low cost of living and easy access to the Peoria metro area youll enjoy a high quality of life excellent schools a community college a free privately funded public library and a state-of-the-art hospital providing outstanding healthcare. Outdoor enthusiasts will love Cantons 1400 acres of public parks scenic lakes and year-round recreational opportunities. Spend your free time visiting local wineries exploring Fulton County history enjoying family-friendly attractions like bowling and skating or making a trip to Santas Reindeer Ranch a beloved local destination. Whether youre looking for outdoor adventure or a welcoming community to call home Canton offers something for everyone.

Requirements:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or VMD from an AVMA-accredited institution
• Active Illinois veterinary license in good standing (or ability to obtain)
• Small & large animal knowledge/interest

We are dedicated to establishing a culture that celebrates all forms of diversity and allows us to be an inclusive service provider in this community.