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Join a hospital that’s committed to helping you build the career you’ve always wanted!

Sandwich Veterinary Hospital, a thriving 3-doctor practice in beautiful northern Illinois, is excited to welcome a full-time Veterinary Associate to our growing team! Whether you’re a seasoned clinician or a brand-new graduate, you’ll find mentorship, collaboration, and genuine work-life balance here.

 What You’ll Do

• Provide high-quality preventative, medical, and surgical care
• Manage wellness, sick-pet, and urgent cases during regular business hours only
• Perform routine and advanced small animal procedures
• Communicate clearly and compassionately with clients
• Collaborate with our doctor team on case management and medical decision-making
• Explore optional ruminant or swine cases if desired
• Build leadership skills, with opportunities to train toward a future Medical Director role

 About Our Hospital

We provide a wide range of services with tools that make your work more efficient and your care more effective:

• Advanced surgical suite with soft-tissue, orthopedic, and laser surgery options
• Comprehensive dentistry services supported by digital dental radiography
• In-house laboratory for fast diagnostics and confident decision-making
• Digital full-body radiography and strong teleconsultation resources
• A fully stocked pharmacy with trusted pharmaceuticals and preventatives

What We Offer

• ProSal compensation with a starting base range of $110,000 - $150,000 plus production bonuses.
• Health, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Coverage for state license and DEA renewals

·         No After-Hours On-Call

• Robust opportunities for leadership training and career growth

As part of the NVA Illinois Mentorship Program, you’ll receive:

• Dedicated one-on-one support from Illinois Mentor Dr. Emily Doemland
• A wellness-focused program emphasizing stress management and healthy work habits
• Opportunities to connect with other new grads through social events, workshops, and team-building activities

Located just one hour southwest of Chicago, Sandwich offers a small-town charm. Sandwich is known for its friendly atmosphere, safe neighborhoods, and close-knit community feel. It’s the kind of place where clients know you by name, local businesses greet you like family, and the pace of life is refreshingly relaxed—all without sacrificing access to modern amenities.

Ready to make your next move?