Emergency Veterinarian (Relief) - Willow Grove, PA

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)•Upper Moreland Township, PA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

VEG was founded in 2014 with a mission to assist people and their pets during critical times by challenging the existing emergency veterinary experience. With hospitals nationwide operating 24/7, VEG provides a superior emergency care experience for clients and a supportive work environment for its employees. The company fosters a culture that prioritizes learning, mentorship, and career growth within veterinary emergency medicine. 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 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

Nice To Haves

Thrive in team-oriented environments (think hospital retreats, team dinners, happy hours, and more)
Empathetic, instinctively taking a people-centric approach, whether supporting your colleagues or making an effort to understand different perspectives
Have a sense of humility; acknowledging mistakes, sharing credit with others, and lifting up your team’s’ accomplishments
Feel a strong sense of ownership over your work, taking responsibility for outcomes and staying committed to achieving long-term, impactful results
Curious by nature; you ask insightful questions and continuously seek out opportunities to learn and grow your 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—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