Associate Veterinarian

Job Description

Associate Veterinarian at Oak Knoll

Oak Knoll Animal Hospital is a well-established, high-producing small animal practice seeking a compassionate Associate Veterinarian . With 55+ years of trusted care, we offer a supportive, growth-focused environment where both new grads and experienced doctors can thrive.
Why Oak Knoll?

Strong Internal Mentorship:
Hands-on guidance, collaborative case support, and participation in the NVA Illinois Mentorship Program, including one-on-one mentorship from their team and wellness-focused programming.

Open to Your Passions:
We encourage doctors to pursue their clinical interests-dentistry, surgery, behavior, acupuncture, endoscopy, ultrasound, or new services you'd like to help us build.

Modern, Well-Equipped, High-Producing Hospital:
Flexible & rigid endoscopy, electrocautery, digital dental radiographs, a new dental suite, in-house lab, Doppler BP, tonometer, and a paper-lite workflow. Don't see what you are looking for in terms of equipment? We're open to discussing it!


Future Growth:
We're excited to be relocating to a brand-new, state-of-the-art hospital in 2026 , offering even more space, upgraded equipment, and expanded service capabilities.

Team-Oriented Culture:
Join a collaborative, positive team in a busy practice with a strong client base and ongoing service expansion.
Benefits

• Competitive base salary (Base range $100k-140k+production bonuses. commensurate on experience)
• Sign-on, relocation, and retention bonuses available to offer
• 2.5 hrs away from PetOne Veterinary, where more trainings are available to our Doctors!
• 401(K), PTO, CE support
• State license and DEA fees covered

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.

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:
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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.