Veterinarian

NCVMA; Roselle (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, life, and disability

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Continuing education

Professional expenses coverage

Leadership development

No negative accrual

No non-compete

Job summary

Lake Street Animal Hospital in Roselle, Illinois is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join a collaborative and experienced team. The position offers a competitive base salary of $110,000–$130,000 plus production, with opportunities for professional development and leadership growth within a supportive hospital environment.

We provide access to advanced medicine, mentorship for new graduates, and a focus on work-life balance, enabling you to grow clinically while enjoying life outside the

Qualifications

• New graduates are welcomed and encouraged to apply.
• Mentors provide hands-on guidance and a structured 12-month program.
• Balanced curriculum, case reviews, and wellness meetings support professional growth.
• Community connection and collaboration foster learning across the team.

Job description

Associate Veterinarian

Lake Street Animal Hospital | Roselle, Illinois

$110,000–$130,000 Base Salary + Production | Advanced Medicine

Build the Career You Want With a Team That Supports You

What if you could practice high-quality medicine, work alongside an experienced and supportive team, and grow your career without giving up the life you enjoy outside the hospital?

At Lake Street Animal Hospital, we believe veterinarians do their best work when they have the right people, resources, and opportunities behind them. Our progressive small animal practice in Roselle, Illinois, is looking for an Associate Veterinarian who values collaboration, compassionate patient care, and continued professional growth.

Whether you want to expand your clinical skills, pursue advanced procedures, mentor others, or explore a future leadership role, we’ll help you find opportunities that align with your goals.

Why Lake Street Animal Hospital?

A Team That Makes a Difference

Our experienced, long-tenured support staff are true partners in patient care. We value teamwork, mutual respect, and open communication, creating an environment where doctors can collaborate on cases, share ideas, and focus on delivering excellent medicine.

The Equipment to Practice Great Medicine

Our hospital is equipped to support a varied caseload and a broad range of medical interests. You'll have access to:

• Five spacious exam rooms
• In-house IDEXX laboratory
• Digital radiography
• Digital dental radiography
• Ultrasound
• Orthopedic surgery opportunities
• Advanced dentistry
• Therapeutic laser technology
• Paper-lite medical records using AVImark

We encourage our veterinarians to develop their clinical interests and expand their capabilities while having the support of a collaborative team.

Professional Development That Goes Beyond the Hospital

Your growth matters here. Lake Street Animal Hospital offers access to PetOne, NVA's teaching and learning facility located approximately seven miles away. Take advantage of additional continuing education, hands‑on training, and professional development opportunities to strengthen your skills and explore new areas of interest.

Room to Grow Into Leadership

Interested in taking the next step in your career? We support veterinarians who want to develop their leadership skills and explore future opportunities, including a potential path toward a Managing Veterinarian role. You can build your clinical confidence and leadership capabilities while remaining connected to a team that values collaboration.

Mentorship That Builds Confidence

New graduates are welcomed and encouraged to apply. Our experienced veterinarians enjoy teaching and collaborating with their colleagues.

• Dedicated Mentors, hands‑on, one‑on‑one support
• 12-month program
• Balanced Curriculum
• Community Connection and Collaboration, case reviews, wellness meetings

A Career That Leaves Room for Life

We believe a rewarding veterinary career should be sustainable. Our team prioritizes a positive work environment, professional development, and work‑life balance so you can build a career that works for you.

Compensation and Benefits That Recognize Your Value

We want you to feel supported professionally and personally. Our compensation and benefits package includes:

• Competitive compensation: $110,000–$130,000 base salary plus production, based on experience, skills, schedule, and scope of services.
• Comprehensive insurance: Medical, dental, life, and disability coverage.
• 401(k): Retirement savings plan with company match.
• Paid time off: Time to recharge and enjoy life outside the hospital.
• Continuing education: Support for ongoing learning and clinical development.
• Professional expenses: Coverage of state veterinary license and DEA registration renewal fees.
• Leadership development: Resources and opportunities to build your skills and explore future career advancement.
• No negative accrual, no non‑compete

Live and Work in the Northwest Chicago Suburbs

Located in Roselle, Illinois, Lake Street Animal Hospital offers the opportunity to practice veterinary medicine in an established suburban community with convenient access to the greater Chicago area. Enjoy local restaurants, parks, neighborhood amenities, and the cultural attractions and entertainment of Chicago.

Who We're Looking For

We're seeking a veterinarian who values compassionate patient care, strong client relationships, and a collaborative approach to medicine. You enjoy working with a supportive team, communicating openly, and continuing to develop your clinical skills.

Whether your interests lie in general practice, advanced procedures, mentoring, or future leadership, we want to help you build a fulfilling career.

Your Next Chapter Starts Here

You don't have to choose between excellent medicine, professional growth, and a supportive team. At Lake Street Animal Hospital, you'll find the people, equipment, and development opportunities to help you take your veterinary career where you want it to go.

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.

We Offer Comprehensive Benefits

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.