ER Vet Doctor (NERD): 6-Month Training, CE, Equity

VEG ER for Pets; Lynnwood (WA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

160+ hours CE

Equity after 1 year

Student loan repayment

Paid parental leave

Flexible schedules

Job summary

VEG is transforming veterinary emergency medicine through its six‑month NERD program, preparing non-emergency veterinarians to become confident VEG ER doctors. Participants train with seasoned veterinarians, engage in hands‑on cases, and receive mentorship in an open‑concept hospital.

The program offers a base salary of around $120,000 plus comprehensive benefits, 160+ hours of CE, equity after one year, and student loan repayment options. Relocation may be required in some cases.

Qualifications

• Empathy and people-centric care for clients and pets.
• Humility to acknowledge mistakes and collaborate with the team.
• Ownership of outcomes and long-term commitment to impact.

Responsibilities

• Mentor with VEG doctors on real ER cases; hands-on learning.
• Work 3-4 hospital shifts per week with weekly case discussions and reviews.
• Develop client-centered communication and VEG care practices.

Skills

Empathy

Humility

Ownership

Curiosity

Education

DVM or equivalent degree

Job description

VEG is transforming veterinary emergency medicine through its six‑month NERD program, preparing non-emergency veterinarians to become confident VEG ER doctors. Participants train with seasoned veterinarians, engage in hands‑on cases, and receive mentorship in an open‑concept hospital.

The program offers a base salary of around $120,000 plus comprehensive benefits, 160+ hours of CE, equity after one year, and student loan repayment options. Relocation may be required in some cases.