Emergency Veterinarian (Relief) - Willow Grove, PA

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

3d • Onsite

About The Position

VEG is hiring a per diem Emergency Veterinarian in Willow Grove, Pennsylvania. The veterinarian provides emergency care for a wide range of cases, from routine emergencies to complex surgeries, and treats a variety of animals, including exotics. The role includes working as a leader on the hospital floor and delivering care in VEG’s open-concept, customer-focused hospital environment. VEG offers mentorship, continuous learning, VEG Education programs, and emergency-medicine-focused continuing education.

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 and fast-paced environments with people from varied backgrounds and personality types.
• 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, depending on hospital needs.

Responsibilities

• Answer medical questions over the phone.
• See patients promptly through VEG Triage and VEG Spikes, supporting 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 investigative measures, including ultrasounds, X-rays, bloodwork, and biopsies.
• Diagnose each pet’s condition and create 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 and address customers’ concerns.
• Perform minor and major emergency surgeries.
• Perform endoscopic procedures.
• Educate customers about aftercare and preventive measures where appropriate.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Referral reward program.
• Comfy scrubs and VEG swag.
• Food in the fridge.
• Mentorship and continuous learning opportunities, including VEG Education programs and unlimited ER-focused continuing education.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree