Careers

Career Opportunities at Paws for A Cause Vet Care

(Formerly Spay Illinois)

Paws for A Cause Vet Care is a nonprofit veterinary clinic on a mission to remove financial barriers to veterinary care by making it accessible and affordable for everyone. Located in Naperville, Illinois, we operate a 16,000-square-foot full-service veterinary clinic.

We believe people love their pets and want the best for them. With this mindset, we serve our community non-judgmentally and respectfully.

We have 7 Full-Time veterinarians on staff and are looking to add to our talented team.

We are currently hiring for the following positions:

Responsibilities:

  • Perform 35-45 spay and neuter surgeries daily in a high-volume, high-quality (HVHQ) setting.
  • Maintain a high standard of patient care and surgical excellence.
  • Collaborate with a supportive medical team.
  • Opportunity to mentor less experienced veterinarians if interested.

Qualifications:

  • DVM or equivalent degree.
  • Licensed to practice veterinary medicine in Illinois (or able to obtain a license).
  • Experience in high-volume surgery; robust surgical training is available.

Work Schedule:

  • 4-day work week, Monday-Friday.
  • Rotate one Saturday per month from 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM.

Why Join Us?

We are not only here for the pets we serve, but also for their families and our team members.

If you want to remember why you chose vet med and want to feel appreciated and excited about coming in every day then we may be the place for you.

Our brand-new facility is thoughtfully designed to enhance the experience of both our clients and our veterinary team. We are proud to offer:

  • specialty surgery room equipped for advanced procedures.
  • A dedicated dental suite with modern tools and digital dental x-ray for comprehensive oral care.
  • high-volume, high-quality (HVHQ) spay/neuter suite designed for efficiency and precision.
  • Digital X-ray and ultrasound technology for advanced diagnostics.
  • A beautiful, welcoming environment that supports a positive and collaborative team culture while providing outstanding care for our clients and their pets.
  • A Mothers Suite
  • A 400-square-foot breakroom is tailored to help our team relax during breaks.

Compensation and Benefits

  • Salary: $130,000 to $150,000 (DOE).
  • 36-40: hour work week
  • Signing Bonus: $5,000 after the first six months.
  • Full-Time Benefits Include:
  • Medical and dental insurance.
  • 401K retirement savings plan (Matching)
  • Life and long-term disability insurance.
  • 120 hours of paid time off per year.
  • 30 hours of paid CE time off per year.
  • Six paid holidays per year.
  • $2,500 annual CE stipend.
  • Uniform reimbursement allowance.
  • Paid DEA license dues.
  • Generous employee pet discount.
  • Team outings and events.
  • Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) for federal student loans.

(Wellness-only positions are also available if surgery isn’t your focus)

Responsibilities:

  • Perform wellness exams, routine soft-tissue surgeries, and dental procedures.
  • Diagnose and treat common medical conditions in companion animals.
  • Deliver excellent client education to empower pet owners in caring for their pets.
  • Opportunity to take on specialty surgeries based on experience and interest.
  • Work in a collaborative and supportive environment.

Qualifications:

  • DVM or equivalent degree.
  • Licensed to practice veterinary medicine in Illinois (or able to obtain a license).
  • 2-3 years of experience in wellness care, dentistry, and general surgery is preferred.
  • Commitment to providing high-quality and compassionate veterinary care.

Work Schedule:

  • 4-day work week, Monday-Friday.
  • Rotate one Saturday per month from 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
  • No nights, no holidays, and no after-hour emergencies.

Why Join Us?

We are not only here for the pets we serve, but also for their families and our team members.

If you want to remember why you chose vet med and want to feel appreciated and excited about coming in every day then we may be the place for you.

Our brand-new facility is thoughtfully designed to enhance the experience of both our clients and our veterinary team. We are proud to offer:

  • specialty surgery room equipped for advanced procedures.
  • A dedicated dental suite with modern tools and digital dental x-ray for comprehensive oral care.
  • high-volume, high-quality (HVHQ) spay/neuter suite designed for efficiency and precision.
  • Digital X-ray and ultrasound technology for advanced diagnostics.
  • A beautiful, welcoming environment that supports a positive and collaborative team culture while providing outstanding care for our clients and their pets.
  • A Mothers Suite
  • A 400-square-foot breakroom is tailored to help our team relax during breaks.

Compensation and Benefits

  • Salary: $130,000 to $150,000 (DOE).
  • 36-40: hour work week
  • Signing Bonus: $5,000 after the first six months.
  • Full-Time Benefits Include:
  • Medical and dental insurance.
  • 401K retirement savings plan (Matching)
  • Life and long-term disability insurance.
  • 120 hours of paid time off per year.
  • 30 hours of paid CE time off per year.
  • Six paid holidays per year.
  • $2,500 annual CE stipend.
  • Uniform reimbursement allowance.
  • Paid DEA license dues.
  • Generous employee pet discount.
  • Team outings and events.
  • Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) for federal student loans.

Please send resumes to: kdaniels@pcvetcare.org

Equal Opportunity Employer

Paws for A Cause Vet Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other status protected by law.