Emergency Veterinarian - Winter Park, FL
About The Position
VEG is a nationwide veterinary emergency company with hospitals open 24/7, 365 days a year. Its open-concept hospitals handle emergency cases of all kinds, including exotics, and provide a customer-focused experience for pets and their families. VEG emphasizes mentorship, continuous learning, and career growth. The Emergency Veterinarian provides emergency veterinary care, from routine cases to complex surgeries, and treats a range of pets, including exotics. The role includes serving as a leader on the hospital floor and working with a supportive team and resources. VEG offers on-the-floor guidance, education programs, and emergency-focused continuing education.
Requirements
- A DVM or equivalent degree.
- A strong commitment to emergency medicine, including soft-tissue emergency surgery and endoscopy.
- Ability to work in team-oriented environments.
- Ability to stand for prolonged periods, 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 according to hospital needs.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with people from varied backgrounds and personality types.
Responsibilities
- Answer medical questions over the phone.
- See patients promptly through VEG Triage and VEG Spikes, ensuring customers see a doctor right away and allowing families to stay with their pets.
- Gather patient signalment, presenting complaint, vital signs, and physical examination findings.
- Conduct physical examinations and other investigative measures, such as ultrasounds, X-rays, bloodwork, and biopsies.
- Diagnose each pet’s condition and create a diagnostic and therapeutic plan.
- Communicate diagnoses and treatment options directly to customers.
- Prepare and present estimates to customers.
- Create and review medical records for accuracy.
- Explain the value of tests and treatments to customers and address their concerns.
- Perform minor and major emergency surgeries.
- Perform endoscopic procedures.
- Educate customers about aftercare and preventive measures where appropriate.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation, including a 401(k) match.
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits starting on day one, including QPR training and access to free therapy or counseling.
- Potential eligibility for equity after one year of full-time, active employment.
- Clinical and leadership programs, unlimited emergency-focused continuing education, and a travel stipend.
- Annual travel stipend of $2,500 for full-time credentialed employees or $1,000 for full-time uncredentialed employees.
- Clinical student loan repayment.
- Paid parental leave of up to 12 weeks at 100% of regular salary.
- Fertility and family-building care for all types of families.
- Flexible work schedules.
- Employee referral program.
- Scrubs, company merchandise, and food in the fridge.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
