Emergency Veterinarian (Relief) - Ralph Ave/Brooklyn, NYC

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)•New York, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

VEG was founded in 2014 with a mission to assist people and their pets during critical times by improving the emergency veterinary experience. With hospitals nationwide operating 24/7, VEG offers a better emergency experience for clients, patients, and employees. The company fosters a culture that supports career growth in veterinary emergency medicine, transforming the ER experience with open-concept hospitals capable of handling diverse cases, including exotics. VEG emphasizes a customer-focused approach and provides unparalleled opportunities for learning and mentorship, aiming to make a significant impact. VEG is recognized as a Great Place to Work® for 2025 and 2026.

Requirements

A DVM or equivalent degree
Experience in emergency medicine, including emergency surgery (soft tissue) and endoscopy
Ability to stand for prolonged hours, kneel, and work on the floor
Ability to lift up to 25 kg independently and support up to 40 kg with assistance
Willingness 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
Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment with diverse people and personality types

Nice To Haves

Thrive in team-oriented environments (hospital retreats, team dinners, happy hours, and more)
Empathetic, instinctively taking a people-centric approach
Sense of humility; acknowledging mistakes, sharing credit, and lifting up team accomplishments
Strong sense of ownership over work, taking responsibility for outcomes
Curious by nature; asking insightful questions and continuously seeking opportunities to learn and grow skills and knowledge

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
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