The Animal Emergency Clinic of Springfield provides emergency and critical care services when they are needed most. Our clinic is proudly supported by the Springfield veterinary community and is operational during hours when most regular veterinary practices are closed.
As a veterinarian-owned clinic supported by thirteen local veterinary hospitals, we are committed to collaborative, high-quality medicine. You can trust that our highly trained team delivers the best and most up-to-date emergency care possible for every patient that walks through our doors.
The Animal Emergency Clinic of Springfield is seeking a part-time veterinarian with emergency medicine experience to join our emergency and critical care team. This role consists of eight shifts per month. Weekday shifts are primarily overnight, while weekend shifts may include a combination of day and overnight coverage, with four of the eight monthly shifts occurring on weekends. The ideal candidate is a confident, compassionate clinician who thrives in a fast-paced environment and values teamwork and high standards of care.
Why Join Us?
Well-supported, high-functioning emergency team
Challenging and rewarding emergency caseload
Strong technical support so you can focus on medicine
Opportunity to sharpen and expand emergency skills
Springfield, Illinois offers an affordable cost of living with easy commute times and minimal traffic, making day-to-day life simple and convenient. Located in central Illinois, it provides easy access to larger cities such as St. Louis, Chicago, and Indianapolis while maintaining a relaxed, small-city feel. Springfield is rich in history and culture, with renowned Lincoln sites, museums, and a growing local arts scene. The city also offers a variety of restaurants, breweries, and community events, along with access to parks, trails, and nearby lakes for outdoor recreation.
DVM or equivalent degree, licensed or eligible for licensure in the state
Prior experience in emergency medicine strongly preferred
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a skilled support team
Strong clinical, communication, and decision-making skills
Commitment to providing compassionate, high-quality emergency care
WE ARE A DRUG-FREE, SMOKE-FREE, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
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At Alliance Animal Health, we’re proud to be home to 225+ veterinary practices across the U.S., and we believe that the best medicine and the best culture start at the local level. That’s why we prioritize medical autonomy and support our veterinarians in making the decisions that matter most for your patients and your community.
When a practice joins our network, the identity and leadership are maintained. Our role is to be a true partner, offering dedicated support in areas like recruitment, marketing, finance, and operations, so our veterinarians can stay focused on what they do best: caring for their patients.
Whether you're just getting started in your career, growing in a central support role, or planning for practice ownership, we’re here with personalized pathways and a team that’s behind you the whole way.
Our mission is simple: support those made to heal and care for animals while creating a place where veterinary professionals thrive. We build everything on a foundation of our core values: Passion, Engagement, Trust, and Service, a commitment that earned us a spot on Inc.’s Best Workplaces 2025. We’re proud to share that recognition with every member of our team.
