Emergency Veterinarian (Relief) - Braintree, MA

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) • Braintree, MA

18h • $1,800 - $2,400

About The Position

VEG is hiring a per diem Emergency Veterinarian to provide emergency care for animals at its Braintree, Massachusetts hospital. The veterinarian will handle cases ranging from routine emergencies to complex surgeries, including care for exotic animals, and will lead on the hospital floor. VEG describes its approach as customer-centered and emphasizes immediate access to a doctor, keeping families with their pets, mentorship, continuous learning, and emergency-focused continuing education. The role includes opportunities to develop professionally with support from the hospital team and resources.

Requirements

• DVM or equivalent degree.
• Experience and capability in emergency medicine, including soft-tissue emergency surgery and endoscopy.
• Ability to work effectively 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 in a fast-paced environment with people from varied backgrounds and personality types.
• Empathetic, people-centric approach and willingness to understand different perspectives.
• Humility, including acknowledging mistakes, sharing credit, and recognizing team accomplishments.
• Ownership of work and accountability for outcomes.
• Curiosity and ongoing commitment to learning and developing skills and knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Answer medical questions over the phone.
• See patients promptly through VEG Triage and VEG Spikes, including facilitating immediate access to a doctor and allowing families to stay with their pets.
• Gather patient signalment, presenting complaint, vital signs, and physical examination findings.
• Conduct physical examinations and other investigations, including ultrasounds, X-rays, bloodwork, and biopsies.
• Diagnose each pet’s condition and develop diagnostic and therapeutic plans.
• 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 when appropriate.
• Lead on the hospital floor.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation of $1,800–$2,400 per 12-hour shift.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Referral reward program.
• Comfortable scrubs and company swag.
• Food in the fridge for employees.
• Mentorship and continuous learning, including on-the-floor guidance, VEG Education programs, and unlimited ER-focused continuing education.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree