Veterinarian

AzVMA; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

PTO

CE reimbursement

Health insurance

Staff pet discounts

Job summary

Animal Care Center of Downers Grove is a full-service, newly renovated hospital just 30 minutes from downtown Chicago, offering a balanced schedule and no Sundays. With 4 full-time veterinarians, 9 exam rooms and in-house diagnostics, the role provides varied cases and opportunities in urgent care and general practice.

The compensation includes a starting salary of $120,000–$150,000 plus production bonuses, 401(k) with company match, CE opportunities, and comprehensive health insurance.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in a GP or urgent care setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide full medical autonomy on a busy, fast-paced team while maintaining work/life balance.

Job description

What if a big, modern hospital could still feel like it has your back, and give you your Sundays too?

Animal Care Center of Downers Grove is a full-service, newly renovated hospital just 30 minutes from downtown Chicago, where a bright, open, nine-exam-room space meets a genuinely balanced schedule. With two surgical suites, in-house rehab, and a busy urgent care caseload, the medicine stays interesting, and with the doors closed every Sunday, so does your life outside of work.

The Opportunity

A busy, varied caseload with same-day urgent care and consistent year-over-year growth

Full medical autonomy on a fun, fast-paced team that still protects work/life balance

Flexible scheduling with no Sundays, ever

At least 3-5 years of experience in a GP or urgent care setting is required for this role

The Resources

4 full-time DVM team

9 exam rooms and 2 surgical suites in a recently renovated, modern facility

Full in-house diagnostics: digital and dental x-rays, ultrasound, EKG, and IDEXX lab

In-house rehabilitation with therapy laser, plus urgent care capabilities

The Lifestyle

Catch a film at the beautifully restored 1928 Tivoli Theatre, then explore a walkable downtown full of independent restaurants, breweries, and a seasonal farmers market

Wander the Morton Arboretum’s 1,700 acres or the quiet trails of nearby Hidden Lake Forest Preserve

Hop a direct Metra train and reach downtown Chicago in under an hour

ProSal Compensation & Benefits

Starting salary of $120,000–$150,000 plus production bonuses

401(k) with company match

Access to CE courses (dentistry, ultrasound, surgery, and more) at NVA’s nearby PetOne Training Center in Addison, IL

Professional liability coverage, DEA and state licensing, and VIN membership

PTO, paid CE, and CE/licensing reimbursement

Comprehensive health insurance coverage plans

Generous staff pet discounts

Final compensation commensurate with experience, skills, schedule, and scope of services provided

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading North American pet health care company with nearly 1,300 locations spanning general practice veterinary hospitals, Ethos emergency and specialty hospitals, and pet resorts and equine veterinary care. With approximately 40,000 team members, we care for pets and support pet families in communities across the United States and Canada. Our purpose is to give pets and the people who love them more quality years together, and our mission is to make care more personal, easy and accessible while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. Across NVA, we support our teams with the resources, expertise and opportunities they need to deliver exceptional care and help shape the future of veterinary and pet care.

Purpose

Give pets and the people who love them more quality years together

Mission

Transform the pet family experience to be personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life.

Values

Care Deeply, Do What’s Right, One Team, Own It, Shape What’s Next

One NVA: Bringing General Practice & Ethos Together

NVA is built to make care personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine across every stage of a pet’s life.

Here’s what to expect when interacting with us:

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• We may also contact you via text message from an identified NVA representative for recruiting-related communication
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If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at [e-mail]. Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA!

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.