Veterinarian
Crest Hill Animal Hospital
Job Description
Ready for a Change or Starting Your Career? Join Our Team at Crest Hill Animal Hospital!
Whether you're an experienced veterinarian looking for a fresh opportunity or a new graduate ready to kick-start your career, Crest Hill Animal Hospital has a place for you! We’re a thriving, well-established practice seeking a fifth veterinarian to join our collaborative team. We provide outstanding care to dogs, cats, and furry exotics, and we’re passionate about offering a supportive environment where both new and experienced veterinarians can grow and thrive. If you're ready for a rewarding career with excellent mentorship, work-life balance, and a positive team dynamic, we’d love to hear from you!
We are excited to offer a competitive sign-on bonus and relocation assistance to help make your transition seamless and rewarding!
Why Crest Hill Animal Hospital?
- State-of-the-Art Facility: Join us in our newly built hospital with modern amenities, including 9 exam rooms, 2 surgery suites, surgical and therapeutic lasers, pet grooming services, and advanced diagnostic tools like digital radiology, dental X-ray, and onsite labs.
- Supportive Team: Work with experienced doctors and a collaborative, positive team where your input is valued.
- Robust, Loyal Client Base: We have a large and diverse client base that continues to grow. You’ll be welcomed with an established client list on day 1, and our bilingual staff is available to support communication as needed.
What We Offer:
- Work-Life Balance: We offer full-time or part-time options with minimal weekend work (every other Saturday) and no on-call duties, so you can enjoy your time off without the stress of after-hours emergencies. Wellness programs are designed to support work-life balance and stress management, ensuring you maintain a healthy and fulfilling career.
- Competitive Compensation: We offer a competitive salary based on experience. You’ll also receive performance-based bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, 401(k) plan with company match, paid vacation, paid sick time, and paid holidays.
- Licensing, Dues & Pet Care Benefits: We cover AVMA & ISVMA dues, state license, and controlled substance license fees. Enjoy discounts on pet care services for your personal pets and reimbursement for continuing education costs. Plus, you’ll have access to VIN and Plumb resources for ongoing education.
Mentorship and Career Growth
At Crest Hill Animal Hospital, we support veterinarians at every stage of their career. All experience levels will receive mentorship directly from Dr. Brandy Saubert, our Managing Veterinarian, who has extensive experience in surgery, internal medicine, cardiology, and preventative care. Dr. Saubert fosters a collaborative, hands-on environment to help you grow your clinical skills.
For new and newer graduates, you’ll also have access to the NVA Mentorship Program. This 12-month program complements on-site mentorship, offering:
- Personalized guidance: Dedicated mentors will help you transition from classroom to clinic, offering hands-on and virtual support.
- Surgical proficiency: Enhance surgical skills through core skills review and repetition of common elective procedures.
- Dental proficiency: Receive in-clinic guidance and additional CE opportunities to improve your dental skills.
- Professional development: Engage in wellness initiatives focused on client communication, time management, teamwork, and leadership.
- Community connection: Build relationships with a network of peers and mentors through social activities and case reviews, while attending regional events for networking and team-building.
Why You’ll Love Working Here:
- One-to-One Tech-to-Doctor Ratio: With dedicated support from float nurses and CSRs, you’ll have the time to focus on what matters—your patients and their families.
- Supportive Team: At Crest Hill Animal Hospital, we foster a collaborative and positive team dynamic. Our veterinarians regularly share cases and consult with each other to provide the best care. With a team of tenured doctors and support staff, you’ll have plenty of opportunities for collaboration and learning in a supportive, fulfilling environment.
- Fun & Engaging Environment: We prioritize staff appreciation with quarterly outings and a variety of celebrations throughout the year, including special events for CSR Week, Technician Week, and the holiday season—just to name a few.
Why Live and Work in Crest Hill, Illinois?
Crest Hill offers the perfect balance of suburban peace and easy access to Chicago, just 40 miles to the north. This family-friendly community provides affordable living, a strong local economy, and a variety of outdoor recreation options, including nearby Pilcher Park and the DuPage River for hiking, fishing, and kayaking.
The area is known for its excellent public schools, safe neighborhoods, and strong local events, such as the Crest Hill Summerfest. With its low cost of living and proximity to Chicago’s cultural and professional opportunities, Crest Hill is an ideal place for both personal and career growth.
Ready to Join? Apply Today!
Take the next step in your veterinary career with a practice that values you—Crest Hill Animal Hospital. We’re excited to meet you and welcome you to our team.
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.