Relief Emergency Veterinarian - Flexible Schedules & Growth

Veterinary Emergency Group The PC; Warwick (RI); On-site; USD 76,000 - 131,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Referral rewards program

VEG swag and stocked fridges

Job summary

Veterinary Emergency Group The PC is seeking an Emergency Veterinarian (Relief) in Warwick, RI. You will handle a wide range of emergencies, including routine cases and complex surgeries, in a fast-paced, mentoring-focused hospital environment.

This per diem role emphasizes on-call coverage, mentorship, and opportunities for learning through VEG Education programs and CE. You’ll work with a supportive team to deliver exceptional care to pets and their families.

Qualifications

• Must be proficient in emergency medicine and able to perform emergency surgeries.
• Ability to stand for prolonged hours, kneel and work on the floor; lift up to 25 kg.
• Willing to work nights, weekends and holidays on a rotating basis.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced ER with diverse team members.

Responsibilities

• Answer medical questions over the phone.
• See patients immediately as part of the VEG Triage system.
• Gather signalment, presenting complaint, vitals, and exam.
• Perform physical exams and required diagnostics (ultrasound, X-ray, bloodwork).
• Create diagnostic and therapeutic plans and communicate options to clients.
• Prepare estimates and present them to clients.
• Maintain and review medical records for accuracy.
• Educate clients on tests, treatments, and aftercare.
• Assist in emergency surgeries as needed.
• Provide post-treatment care guidance to owners.

Skills

Emergency medicine

Emergency surgery

Endoscopy

Team player

Lifting up to 25 kg

Tools

Ultrasound

X-ray

Bloodwork

Job description

Veterinary Emergency Group The PC is seeking an Emergency Veterinarian (Relief) in Warwick, RI. You will handle a wide range of emergencies, including routine cases and complex surgeries, in a fast-paced, mentoring-focused hospital environment.

This per diem role emphasizes on-call coverage, mentorship, and opportunities for learning through VEG Education programs and CE. You’ll work with a supportive team to deliver exceptional care to pets and their families.