Emergency Veterinarian- Princeton, NJ
About The Position
VEG is a veterinary emergency company with hospitals nationwide open 24/7, 365 days a year. Its hospitals use an open-concept model and provide emergency care for a range of cases, including exotic pets. VEG emphasizes a customer-focused experience, mentorship, continuous learning, and opportunities for professional growth. The per diem Emergency Veterinarian provides urgent veterinary care and supports people and their pets during emergencies. The veterinarian handles cases ranging from routine emergencies to complex surgeries, participates in endoscopic procedures, and works as a leader on the hospital floor with support from the clinical team and VEG’s educational resources.
Requirements
- A DVM or equivalent degree.
- Experience or capability in emergency medicine, including soft-tissue emergency surgery and endoscopy.
- Ability to thrive 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.
- Empathetic, people-centric approach and willingness to understand different perspectives.
- Humility, including acknowledging mistakes, sharing credit, and recognizing team accomplishments.
- Ownership of work, responsibility for outcomes, and commitment to long-term results.
- Curiosity and a continuous desire to learn and develop skills and knowledge.
Responsibilities
- Answer medical questions over the phone.
- See patients promptly through VEG Triage and VEG Spikes, helping ensure people see a doctor right away and families can stay with their pets.
- Gather patient signalment, presenting complaint, vital signs, and physical examination findings.
- Conduct animal examinations and other investigative procedures, 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.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation of $1,800–$2,400 per 12-hour shift, depending on experience.
- Flexible work schedules.
- Referral reward program.
- Comfy scrubs and VEG swag.
- Food available in the fridge.
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Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
