Veterinary Criticalist — Companion Animal Specialty and Emergency
Compensation
$180k – $225k /yr
Employment type
Full-time
Work setting
On-site
Location
Crystal Lake, IL
Schedule
Day shift
Posted
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Job overview
The Veterinary Criticalist — Companion Animal Specialty and Emergency role is onsite in Crystal Lake, IL. Pay is $180,000–$225,000 per year. Companion Animal Specialty & Emergency Hospital provides specialty, referral, and emergency care for companion animals in the greater McHenry County region.
What you'll do
- Perform comprehensive patient examinations and medical workups
- communicate with and educate clients
- maintain accurate medical records
- prescribe medications and follow controlled-substance protocols
- promote teamwork and staff efficiency
- coordinate with the Hospital Manager on priorities
- monitor hospital protocols and cases
- and participate in rounds, practice updates, and training.
What we're looking for
- Skills & competencies
- veterinary criticalistveterinary medicinecompanion animalsemergency veterinary carespecialty hospitalcrystal lake ilpetvet care centersdvm or vmdresidency trained$180k–$225kct imagingclient communication
- Work arrangement
- Weekend coverage required
Benefits & perks
- Signing, retention, and relocation package up to $75,000
- medical, dental, and vision insurance
- paid parental leave
- 401(k) with discretionary contribution
- pet discounts
- emotional wellbeing support and 24/7 EAP
- continuing education stipends
- and career development resources.
Why this role
The hospital offers on-site CT imaging, a collaborative veterinary team, and mentorship from senior emergency doctors.
About the employer
PetVet Care Centers is hiring for this role. Industry: Veterinary Services. Sector: 54.
Additional details
- Industry sector
- 54
- Industry
- Veterinary Services
- Occupation code
- 29-1131.00
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