Veterinarian

Star Valley Veterinary Clinic; Normal (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Annual CE allowance

401(k) with match

Professional liability insurance

Job summary

Kruger Animal Hospital is seeking a highly motivated veterinarian to join a brand-new facility focused on small animal medicine, dentistry, and surgery. The practice emphasizes collaboration, growth, and access to robust resources within a network behind the scenes.

You will benefit from strong mentorship, production bonuses, and opportunities to develop individualized clinical interests while working with a supportive team in Bloomington-Normal, Illinois.

Qualifications

• Brand-new hospital designed for efficient, high-quality patient care.
• Small animal practice with optional exotics for interested doctors.
• Strong mentorship and hands-on support across medicine and surgery.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality veterinary care for small animals.
• Collaborate with a supportive team to advance clinical skills.
• Develop and pursue individual clinical interests with mentorship.

Job description

Job Type: Veterinarian - General Practice

Employment Type: Permanent

Description & Requirements

Brand-New Hospital | Small Animal + Optional Exotics | Strong Mentorship | Four-Day Work Week | 70+ Years in the Community

Looking for a hospital where you can practice great medicine, work with a genuinely collaborative team, and have the resources to keep growing?

Kruger Animal Hospital has been part of the Bloomington-Normal community for more than 70 years, and we're excited to welcome a fifth associate veterinarian to our team in our brand-new hospital.

We provide comprehensive care for small animal patients, with opportunities to see avian, reptile, and small mammal exotics for doctors who are interested. You don't need to have an interest in exotics to be a great fit - our primary focus is small animal medicine, surgery, and dentistry.

Our team is collaborative, supportive, and committed to helping every doctor continue developing their clinical skills and interests. With the financial, staffing, and professional resources of NVA behind us, you'll have the support to build the kind of veterinary career you want.

Why You'll Love Working at Kruger

• Brand-new hospital designed to support efficient, high-quality patient care
• Small animal practice with the opportunity to see avian, reptile, and small mammal exotics if interested
• Collaborative team that enjoys working together and supporting one another
• Strong mentorship and hands-on support across medicine and surgery
• Opportunity to develop and pursue your own clinical interests
• Quick and reliable referral relationships with specialists throughout the area
• Established client base built over more than 70 years in Bloomington-Normal
• Full-service medical, surgical, dental, grooming, and boarding services

Our new hospital is equipped with the technology and resources needed to provide comprehensive care, including:

• Modern surgical suite with isoflurane anesthesia, electrocautery, and advanced surgical monitoring
• Oscilloscope, blood pressure monitoring, and pulse oximetry
• Laser therapy
• On-site ECG performance and interpretation
• Robust pharmacy with compounding capabilities
• Full IDEXX in-house laboratory for blood chemistry, urinalysis and sediments, PCV/TP, FeLV/FIV testing, and various ELISA tests
• Access to an external full-service IDEXX clinical and pathology laboratory
• Quick access to referral specialists throughout the area

At Kruger, mentorship is more than having someone available when you have a question. You'll work alongside a collaborative veterinary team with support available for both routine and challenging cases.

Through NVA's General Practice Mentorship Program, you'll also have access to:

• One-on-one medical and surgical support
• Personalized guidance and hands-on skill development
• Quarterly case reviews and networking opportunities
• A cohort of veterinarians throughout Illinois for connection, engagement, and planned social events
• Wellness programming focused on stress management and maintaining a balanced approach to your career and life

You’ll also have access to NVA's PetOne Veterinary Training Center for hands-on training in surgery, dentistry, anesthesiology, ultrasound, and other clinical skills.

Build Your Own Clinical Interests

We believe veterinarians do their best work when they have the opportunity to pursue the areas of medicine they enjoy.

Whether your interests include surgery, dentistry, orthopedics, exotics, diagnostics, or another area of veterinary medicine, we’re committed to supporting you as you continue developing your skills.

• Competitive salary plus production bonuses
• Sign-on, retention, and/or relocation allowance
• Annual continuing education allowance
• Relocation assistance
• Medical, dental, vision, and ancillary benefit options
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off, holidays, sick days, and CE days
• State license, DEA registration, and professional membership dues
• Professional liability insurance fully covered

As Part of National Veterinary Associates (NVA), You’ll Also Enjoy:

• Support and resources to pursue ABVP certification while practicing, helping veterinarians advance their clinical expertise and professional goals
• No non-compete agreement, providing flexibility and freedom throughout your career
• 100% company-paid Short-Term Disability insurance, covering qualifying short-term illnesses, injuries, pregnancy, maternity, and parental leave
• Professional development and leadership growth opportunities
• Future partnership and ownership opportunities for doctors interested in practice leadership

Why Bloomington-Normal?

Located in the heart of Illinois, Bloomington-Normal offers the amenities and opportunities of a larger community without the traffic and cost of living of Chicago. The area is conveniently located between Chicago, St. Louis, and Indianapolis, making weekend getaways easy.

With Illinois State University and Illinois Wesleyan University nearby, there's always something happening—from sporting events and concerts to theater, festivals, and community events. You’ll also find plenty of opportunities for hiking, camping, fishing, boating, and exploring the outdoors, along with a strong selection of restaurants, shopping, and local entertainment.

Ready to Find Your Next Home?

If you’re looking for a hospital where you can practice high-quality medicine, work alongside a collaborative team, pursue the areas of veterinary medicine you enjoy, and have the resources to continue growing, we'd love to meet you.

Compensation: $110,000–$150,000 base salary plus production bonuses. Compensation commensurate with experience, skills, schedule, and scope of services provided.