Veterinarian

Mallard Point Veterinary Clinic is a thriving, small animal-exclusive practice in the heart of Midwest Illinois, and we’re growing! We’re excited to welcome a Full-Time Associate Veterinarian to our collaborative and compassionate team—especially as we prepare for an upcoming hospital expansion that will further enhance our capabilities and patient care.
Why Mallard Point?We are proud to deliver high-quality medicine and surgery in a supportive, team-oriented environment. Our veterinarians are passionate about progressive care and continuous learning, with strong experience in:

• Comprehensive wellness and preventive care
• Orthopedics
• Advanced dentistry
• Emergency services

Whether you’re an experienced DVM or a new graduate, you’ll find an environment designed to help you thrive, grow, and practice your best medicine.New grads will be enrolled in the NVA Mentorship Program, offering:

• One-on-one surgical and medical guidance from experienced DVM leaders
• Structured wellness programming focused on stress management and work-life balance, etc
• A built-in network of fellow new grads across Illinois, with social events and ongoing engagement

Our HospitalOur well-equipped facility supports efficient, high-quality care and will soon be expanded to better serve our patients and team. Current features include:

• Fully equipped surgical suite with O2 generator
• 4 exam rooms
• Spacious treatment area
• In-house laboratory
• Digital radiology

What We OfferWe believe in taking care of our team so they can take care of their patients. Our benefits include:

• ProSal Compensation: with a starting base range of $110,000 - $130,000 eligibility-based plus production bonuses.
• Health, dental, vision, and ancillary coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous PTO with a rotating schedule—enjoy long stretches of time off, including weekends
• No on-call hours
• CE allowance plus coverage for licensing, dues, and professional fees
• Additional lifestyle and wellness benefits

Location PerksEnjoy the perfect balance of nature and city life. Channahon offers easy access to outdoor adventure with nearby parks and trails, while Chicago is just an hour away for world-class dining, culture, and entertainment. Plus, Starved Rock State Park is only 45 minutes away for hiking, waterfalls, and scenic views.

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading North American pet health care company with nearly 1,300 locations spanning general practice veterinary hospitals, Ethos emergency and specialty hospitals, and pet resorts and equine veterinary care. With approximately 40,000 team members, we care for pets and support pet families in communities across the United States and Canada. Our purpose is to give pets and the people who love them more quality years together, and our mission is to make care more personal, easy and accessible while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. Across NVA, we support our teams with the resources, expertise and opportunities they need to deliver exceptional care and help shape the future of veterinary and pet care.

Purpose: Give pets and the people who love them more quality years together

Mission: Transform the pet family experience to be personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life.

Values: Care Deeply, Do What’s Right, One Team, Own It, Shape What’s Next

One NVA: Bringing General Practice & Ethos Together

NVA is built to make care personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine across every stage of a pet’s life.

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:

- We’ll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @nva.com- We may also contact you via text message from an identified NVA representative for recruiting-related communication- All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers site: careers.nva.com- There is no cost or confidential information required to apply or be considered for a position If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at hiringhub@nva.com. Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA!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.