Emergency Veterinarian - Falls Church, VA

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)•Falls Church, VA

3h•$165,000 - $200,000

About The Position

VEG is hiring an Emergency Veterinarian for its Falls Church, Virginia hospital. The role provides emergency veterinary care in a 24/7 hospital, treating a broad range of cases—from routine emergencies to complex surgeries—and caring for pets including exotics. The veterinarian is a leader on the hospital floor and works with a team supported by mentorship, continuous learning, VEG Education programs, and unlimited emergency-focused continuing education. The position includes immediate patient triage, examinations and diagnostics, treatment planning, customer communication, emergency surgery, endoscopic procedures, and follow-up education. VEG describes its approach as customer-centered, including having families stay with their pets and ensuring patients see a doctor promptly.

Requirements

DVM or equivalent degree.
Strong commitment to emergency medicine, including soft-tissue emergency surgery and endoscopy.
Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
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 well in a fast-paced environment with people from different backgrounds and personality types.

Responsibilities

Answer medical questions over the phone.
See patients promptly through VEG Triage and VEG Spikes.
Gather patient signalment, presenting complaint, vital signs, and physical examination findings.
Conduct animal physical examinations and perform investigatory measures such as ultrasounds, X-rays, bloodwork, and biopsies.
Diagnose each pet’s condition and develop a diagnostic and therapeutic plan.
Communicate diagnoses and treatment options directly with 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 preventative measures where appropriate.

Benefits

Competitive compensation, including a base salary of $165,000–$200,000 plus 22% production.
401(k) match.
Comprehensive health and wellness benefits beginning on day one.
QPR training and access to free therapy or counseling.
Potential equity eligibility after one year of full-time, active employment, based on role.
Clinical and leadership learning 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.
Flexible work schedules.
Employee referral program.
Comfy scrubs, company swag, and food in the fridge.