Veterinary Associate - Mentorship, Growth, ProSal + Sign-On

Sandwich Veterinary Hospital; Sandwich (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Retention bonus

Relocation bonus

Health insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid vacation and sick time

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates is seeking a full-time Veterinary Associate for Sandwich Veterinary Hospital in Illinois. This role offers mentorship for new graduates and a range of responsibilities including high-quality medical and surgical care.

Candidates can expect competitive ProSal compensation ranging from $110,000 to $150,000, along with bonuses, health insurance, and opportunities for career growth.

The supportive team environment ensures work-life balance in a charming small-town setting.

Qualifications

• Provide high-quality preventative, medical, and surgical care.
• Strong communication with clients is vital.
• Opportunity to build leadership skills towards a Medical Director role.

Responsibilities

• Manage wellness, sick-pet, and urgent cases.
• Perform routine and advanced small animal procedures.
• Collaborate with the doctor team on case management.

Skills

High-quality medical care

Surgical procedures

Client communication

Collaboration

Leadership skills

Education

DVM or equivalent

Job description

What if you could practice full-scope medicine at a small-town pace, with room to lead?

Sandwich Veterinary Hospital is a thriving 3-doctor practice in beautiful northern Illinois, where genuine work/life balance meets real professional growth. Regular business hours, no after-hours on-call, and an optional mix of small and large animal cases make this a rare place to build the career, and the life, you want.

The Opportunity:

• Provide full-scope preventative, medical, and surgical care during regular business hours only

• No after-hours on call, ever

• Explore optional ruminant or swine cases if mixed-animal work interests you

• Build leadership skills with a clear pathway toward a future Medical Director role

The Resources:

• Advanced surgical suite with soft-tissue, orthopedic, and laser surgery options

• Comprehensive dentistry supported by digital dental radiography

• In-house laboratory and digital full-body radiography

• Strong teleconsultation resources and a fully stocked pharmacy

The Lifestyle:

• Settle into a walkable, close-knit downtown where clients know you by name, about an hour southwest of Chicago

• Enjoy the historic 1878 Sandwich Opera House, antique shops, and the beloved Sandwich Fair, running since 1888

• Get outdoors along the Fox River at Silver Springs State Fish and Wildlife Area for hiking, fishing, and paddling

• Starting salary of $110,000–$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

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

If you’re looking for full-scope medicine, a relaxed pace, and room to grow into leadership, this is your sign.

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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.

At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here’s what to expect when interacting with us:

- We’ll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @nva.com

- We may also contact you via text message from an identified NVA representative for recruiting-related communication

- All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers site: careers.nva.com

- There is no cost or confidential information required to apply or be considered for a position

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.