Emergency Veterinarian - Flexible Hours & Growth

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG); Washington; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Health benefits

Travel stipend for CE

Student loan repayment

Paid parental leave

Flexible schedules

Referral program

Job summary

Veterinary Emergency Group is seeking an Emergency Veterinarian to join our open-concept, 24/7 hospitals. You’ll handle diverse emergencies, including surgeries and endoscopy, while advancing your career through VEG Education and mentorship.

As a VEGgy, you’ll be supported by a team, enjoy flexible schedules, travel stipends for ongoing CE, and competitive compensation with benefits. Join a culture focused on learning, collaboration, and compassionate care for pets and their families.

Qualifications

• A DVM or equivalent degree
• 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
• Work well in a fast-paced environment with people from all backgrounds and different personality types

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
• Perform endoscopic procedures
• Educate customers on after care and preventative measures where appropriate

Skills

Empathy & communication

Teamwork

Customer service mindset

Endoscopy knowledge

Education

DVM or equivalent degree

Tools

Endoscopy equipment

Job description

Veterinary Emergency Group is seeking an Emergency Veterinarian to join our open-concept, 24/7 hospitals. You’ll handle diverse emergencies, including surgeries and endoscopy, while advancing your career through VEG Education and mentorship.

As a VEGgy, you’ll be supported by a team, enjoy flexible schedules, travel stipends for ongoing CE, and competitive compensation with benefits. Join a culture focused on learning, collaboration, and compassionate care for pets and their families.