Emergency Veterinarian — Fast-Paced ER with Growth & Perks

VEG ER for Pets; Woodbury (MN); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

401K match

Health benefits starting day one

Travel stipend for ER CE

Clinical student loan repayment

Paid parental leave

Flexible work schedules

Equity after one year

Job summary

VEG ER for Pets is seeking an Emergency Veterinarian to provide high‑level care for pets in urgent need. You will be on the front line, triaging, diagnosing, and treating a wide range of emergencies with a team of supportive VEGgies. The role offers mentorship and opportunities to advance clinically and professionally.

As a hospital-based ER veteran, you will participate in VEG Education programs and unlimited ER CE, with travel stipends to support continuing education and career growth.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent degree is required.
• Live and breathe emergency medicine, including emergency surgery and endoscopy.
• Thrive in team-oriented environments.
• Ability to stand for prolonged hours, kneel, and lift up to 25 kg with assistance.
• Must be willing to work in a noisy environment with strong odors.
• Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays on rotating basis.
• Work well in a fast-paced environment with diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Answer medical questions over the phone.
• See patients right away as part of the VEG Triage and VEG Spikes process.
• Gather signalment, presenting complaint, vitals, and physical exam.
• Conduct physical examinations and required investigations (ultrasounds, x-rays, bloodwork, biopsies).
• Complete diagnoses and create diagnostic/therapeutic plans.
• Communicate diagnosis and treatment options with customers.
• Prepare estimates for customers.
• Create and review medical records for accuracy.
• Demonstrate value of tests and treatments to customers.
• Perform minor and major emergency surgeries.
• Perform endoscopic procedures.
• Educate customers on aftercare and prevention.

Skills

Emergency medicine

Endoscopy

Surgery

Team collaboration

Education

DVM or equivalent degree

Job description

VEG ER for Pets is seeking an Emergency Veterinarian to provide high‑level care for pets in urgent need. You will be on the front line, triaging, diagnosing, and treating a wide range of emergencies with a team of supportive VEGgies. The role offers mentorship and opportunities to advance clinically and professionally.

As a hospital-based ER veteran, you will participate in VEG Education programs and unlimited ER CE, with travel stipends to support continuing education and career growth.