Emergency Veterinarian: Fast-Paced ER, Mentorship & Growth

Veterinary Emergency Group The PC; Santa Cruz (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 350,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Flexible work schedules

Employee referral program

Travel stipend

Job summary

Veterinary Emergency Group The PC is seeking a part-time Emergency Veterinarian to provide high-quality care for a diverse patient population, including exotics, with strong mentorship and ongoing education.

You’ll handle emergencies from routine to complex surgeries, participate in VEG Education programs, and work in a fast-paced, team-oriented hospital environment while focusing on compassionate client communication.

Qualifications

• Live and breathe emergency medicine, including emergency surgery (the soft tissue kind!) and endoscopy
• Thrive in team-oriented environments (think hospital retreats, team dinners, happy hours, and more)
• Ability to stand for prolonged hours, kneel, and work on the floor as well as ability to lift up to 25 kg on own and able to support up to 40 kg with assistance
• Must be willing to work in a noisy environment with strong or unpleasant odors
• Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays on a rotating or as needed basis based on hospital needs

Responsibilities

• Answer medical questions over the phone
• See patients right away as part of the VEG Triage and VEG Spikes, our unique, customer-centered way of doing things—like ensuring people see a doctor right away and allowing families to stay with their pets
• Gather the signalment, presenting complaint, vitals, and physical exam
• Conduct physical examinations of animals, along with other required investigatory measures such as ultrasounds, X-rays, bloodwork, and biopsies
• Complete a diagnosis of each pet's condition to create a diagnostic and therapeutic plan
• Communicate diagnosis and treatment options directly with customers
• Prepare estimates and present them to customers
• Create and review medical records to ensure accuracy
• Demonstrate the value of tests and treatments performed by speaking with the customer and addressing their concerns
• Perform minor and major emergency surgeries
• Educate customers on after care and preventative measures where appropriate

Job description

Veterinary Emergency Group The PC is seeking a part-time Emergency Veterinarian to provide high-quality care for a diverse patient population, including exotics, with strong mentorship and ongoing education.

You’ll handle emergencies from routine to complex surgeries, participate in VEG Education programs, and work in a fast-paced, team-oriented hospital environment while focusing on compassionate client communication.