Emergency Veterinarian

Emergency Veterinarian – Premier Veterinary Group, Mundelein, IL

Premier Veterinary Group, located in Mundelein, Illinois, is adding an additional experienced Emergency Veterinarian to our team. We are also looking to expand our per diem pool with talented ER doctors interested in flexible, collaborative opportunities.

We’re ideally situated between two major cities, just one hour north of Chicago and one hour south of Milwaukee, without the high cost of big-city living.

We offer excellent full-time schedules of only 12 shifts per month so you can get your balance and life back!

We pride ourselves on our generous Pro-Sal compensation structure, sign-on bonus, and outstanding work culture. We welcome site visits and casual conversations to ensure we’re the right fit—come meet our crew!

About Our Team

• A team of experienced ER DVMs with a positive and fun culture
  • Solid and fully staffed support team
  • Continuous learning opportunities, including RECOVER certification and more
  • Cutting based on your comfort level
  • Primarily Canine and Feline caseload, with exotics if you prefer
  • Ideal location – 1 hour north of Chicago and 1 hour south of Milwaukee
  • Please give us a glance HERE

By the Numbers

• 5 Full-Time ER DVMs and a Full-Time Surgeon
  • 1 of 3 regional hospitals – PVG-Mundelein offers a collaborative network of specialists and ECC doctors
  • 3:1 Tech/Doctor ratio + receptionists
  • 10,000 square feet of brand-new hospital space
  • A true 3-day work week – only 12 shifts per month

Transparency is Our Thing

• Salaries start at $165k+ (based on experience)
  • Top-of-market 25% production
  • Flexible start dates
• NO non-compete!
  • Signing bonus and relocation support available for FT positions

Why We’re Growing

Our team of five emergency doctors is incredible—but our continued growth means we need more hands on deck!

What We’re Looking For

Experience:
• At least 2 years of emergency experience (or completion of an internship)

Skillset:
• Clinical expertise in stabilizing and treating urgent and emergent cases (GDV, respiratory distress, polytrauma, acute neuro events)
• Strong procedural skills (POCUS, wound/laceration repair, NG tube placement, CPR)
• Diagnostic judgement in interpreting radiographs, lab work, and ECGs in real time
• Leadership—comfortable triaging caseloads, making swift decisions, and guiding support staff
• Collaborative approach with specialists and technicians to ensure seamless patient care and client communication
• Mentorship mindset—support externs and ER technicians through modeling and teaching
• Client communication skills—empathetic, clear, and confident

Shifts Available

• Full-Time DVM: Overnights only or combination of overnight and swing shifts options
  • Per Diem DVM: day/swing/overnight, weekday and weekend shifts available depending on PTO/sick leave, we are open to expanding our ER relief pool!

About Ethos Veterinary Health

Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As a network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually.

Our integrated, collaborative teams utilize state-of-the-art technology and an evidence-based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers.
Discover more at EthosVet.com.

Our commitment to the profession, our teammates, and our patients will continue to grow as we forge new ground together in this dynamic community.