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Associate Veterinarian – Unique Rotating Role

Animal Hospital of Woodstock

Job Description

Locations: Woodstock, IL & Belvidere, IL
Type: Full-Time | Small Animal | Reproduction & General Practice | Mentorship-Friendly

Are you a passionate and motivated Veterinarian looking to diversify your experience in two thriving, team-oriented hospitals? We’re excited to offer a rotating Associate DVM position split between Animal Hospital of Woodstock and State Street Animal Clinic, located just 30 minutes apart in scenic northern Illinois.

Why This Role Is Unique:

You’ll gain the best of both worlds by working with two amazing teams, offering general practice, reproduction (Woodstock), surgical services, dentistry, ultrasound, wellness and urgent care. Both hospitals provide a low stress, no after-hours environment. Whether you're a new grad or experienced vet, this position offers incredible mentorship, clinical variety, and work-life balance.

What You’ll Love:

  • Work Culture: Cohesive team, 1:1–1:2 DVM-to-tech ratio, 30-minute appointments, rotating Saturdays, and no Sundays or holidays.
  • Facility: AAHA-accredited (Woodstock), full-service hospitals with in-house laboratories and surgical suites.
  • Schedule Perks: 4-day work weeks with rotating Sat., no after-hours emergency or on-call duties.
  • Supportive Team: Multi-doctor clinics with mentorship, strong technician support, and a laid-back, collaborative culture.
  • Access to NVA's brand new teaching facility, Pet One, located within an hour from both hospitals!

Benefits You Can Count On:

  • Competitive salary, + production bonuses
  • Customizable bonus program including a $20,000 sign-on bonus!
  • Health benefits, 401K, CE allowance, and professional memberships paid
  • Licensing and DEA fees covered
  • A healthy amount of well-deserved PTO plus rotating schedules for great balance

About the Locations:

Woodstock, IL offers historic charm, year-round festivals, and arts culture, all within an hour of Chicago.
Belvidere, IL, known as the "City of Murals," is full of small-town warmth, unique local shops, and beautiful parks—conveniently located near Chicago, Madison, and Milwaukee.

Ready to Launch Your Career with Variety, Mentorship & Balance?

This is a rare opportunity to split your time between two supportive clinics and grow your skillset in both general practice and specialty care.

*Prosal Compensation with a base range of $110k - $150k. Compensation commensurate with experience, skills, schedule, and the scope of services provided



National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.

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.

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.
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Woodstock/Belvidere, Illinois, United States

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