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Posted 12 August, 2026

Veterinarian

National Veterinary Associates Careers
Countryside, IL, US Full Time

Job Description

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Whatif the case you’d normally refer out was the oneyou got to see through yourself?

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AtCountryside Veterinary Center, one morning might start with a wellnessexam and end with a TPLO, a walk-in urgent care, and a rehab patient back onthe underwater treadmill. Just 20 minutes from downtown Chicago, we’re ageneral practice with the caseload, tools, and team to work up cases most GPssend elsewhere, then hand off to a certified rehab doctor down the hall to seethem all the way through recovery.

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The Opportunity:

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• A deep, variedcaseload spanning general practice, urgent care, and daytime emergencies

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• Full medicalautonomy, with the freedom to work up complex cases in-house rather than referthem out

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Flexiblescheduling, with most doctors working 34 hours per week

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• At least 3-5years of experience as a DVM in a small animal GP or urgent care setting isrequired for this role

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The Resources:

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• A team of 8collaborative DVMs and two dedicated hospital managers, so doctors can stayfocused on medicine

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• Two surgicalsuites supporting orthopedic procedures, including TPLOs, fracture repairs, andFHOs

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• Full in-housediagnostics: digital and dental x-rays, ultrasound, echo, EKG, and IDEXX lab

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• A dedicatedrehabilitation service with therapy laser, hydrotherapy treadmill, acupuncture,and chiropractic care, led by a certified rehab DVM and tech

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The Lifestyle:

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• Stroll walkabledowntown La Grange packed with 30+ independent restaurants, boutiques, ahistoric theatre, and a seasonal farmers market

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• Explore 16+ milesof the Salt Creek Trail winding past Brookfield Zoo, plus nearby preserves forhiking, biking, and paddling

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• Hop an expressMetra train and reach downtown Chicago in about 25 minutes

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ProSal Compensation &Benefits:

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• Starting salaryof $125,000–$150,000 plus production bonuses

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• 401(k) withcompany match

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• Access to CEcourses (dentistry, ultrasound, surgery, and more) at NVA’s nearby PetOneTraining Center in Addison, IL

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Professionalliability coverage, DEA and state licensing, and VIN membership

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• PTO, paid CE, andCE/licensing reimbursement

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• Generous staffpet discounts

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• Finalcompensation commensurate with experience, skills, schedule, and scope ofservices provided

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Ifyou’re ready to stop referring out the cases you went to vet school for, let’stalk.

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\n National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.\n
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\n At NVA, we’re on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.\n
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\n 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.\n
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