Kruger Animal Hospital is excited to welcome a 4th Associate Veterinarian to our team! Our practice, led by Drs. Bleem, McAfee, and Carey, are based in a brand-new facility in Bloomington-Normal, Illinois. With over 70 years of service to our community, we provide top-notch medical, grooming, and boarding services to both small animals and exotics. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and enjoyable work environment, and we're committed to helping you elevate your career, whether you’re a seasoned professional or a recent graduate.

Why Kruger Animal Hospital?

• Small animal with a mix of avian, reptile, and small mammal exotics care (not required)
• Modern surgical suite with isoflurane anesthesia, electrocautery, and advanced surgical monitoring capabilities including oscilloscope, blood pressure, and pulse oximetry
• Orthopedic surgery services with laser therapy
• Ultrasonic dental equipment with digital dental radiography
• ECGs performed and interpreted on-site
• Robust pharmacy with compounding capabilities
• Full IDEXX laboratory for selected blood chemistry, urinalysis and sediments, PCV, TP, Fe-Leuk, and various ELISA tests run by technicians. Complemented by an external full-service clinical and pathological IDEXX laboratory.
• Quick and reliable referral service to various specialists in the area
• Paper-light, Avimark computer system to house and manage our client database
• We encourage and support the cultivation of our doctor’s special interests

Mentorship Program for New Graduates:

New graduates will benefit from our General Practice Mentorship Program, which includes:

• One-on-One Support: Direct guidance from Dr. Bleem and collaboration with NVA's network of veterinarian leaders.
• Wellness Program: Focused on stress management and work-life balance.
• Peer Network: Connect with a cohort of other new graduates in Illinois for social events and professional bonding.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary with production bonuses
• Sign-on, retention, and student loan assistance
• Continuing education allowance
• Relocation assistance
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus life and disability insurance
• 401K with company match
• Paid Time Off, holidays, sick days, and CE days
• Coverage of state license, DEA, and professional dues

For more information, visit www.krugeranimalhospital.com.

Looking for More?

We’re seeking either an experienced leader or a strong associate ready to step into a Managing Veterinarian role at Kruger Animal Hospital. You’ll be guided by our current managing veterinarian, Dr. Bleem. He has plans to continue practicing after passing the torch and will be readily available to transfer knowledge and mentor the next generation of Kruger leadership as needed.

About Bloomington-Normal:

Situated in the heart of Illinois, Bloomington-Normal offers the best of small-town charm with the convenience of being close to Chicago, St. Louis, and Indianapolis. Enjoy a vibrant community with diverse activities, from college sports and concerts to outdoor recreation like fishing, hiking, and boating. The area is also home to top-notch schools, shopping, dining, and entertainment. We’d love to show you why we’re proud to call this area home.

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About Kruger Animal Hospital

National Veterinary Associates is one of the largest and most respected communities of veterinary hospitals in the world, operating nearly 1,000 hospitals in North America, including in all 50 states, and caring for 8,000,000+ animals annually. NVA is backed by JAB Holding, a leading private equity firm. Each person who joins NVA is motivated by our mission to provide excellent, accessible care to improve the lives of animals and the people who love them. NVA has been extremely successful over its 25+ year history and we’re very excited about our next chapter as we work toward our shared vision of revolutionizing the pet care experience to provide more fulfilling lives for pets, their companions, and our team.

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