Emergency Veterinarian (Relief) - Clifton, NJ
About The Position
VEG is hiring a per diem Emergency Veterinarian to provide emergency veterinary care in its Clifton, New Jersey hospital. The role involves responding to medical questions, promptly seeing patients, assessing animals, diagnosing conditions, developing treatment plans, and communicating options and estimates to customers. The veterinarian handles emergencies ranging from routine cases to complex surgeries and treats a variety of pets, including exotics. The position also includes emergency surgery and endoscopic procedures, as well as customer education on aftercare and prevention. VEG describes its hospitals as open-concept and operating 24/7, 365 days a year, with a culture centered on mentorship, continuous learning, and customer-focused care. The veterinarian is a leader on the hospital floor and works closely with a team to support pets and their families. The position is per diem, with availability for nights, weekends, and holidays on a rotating or as-needed basis according to hospital needs. Compensation is $1,800–$2,400 per 12-hour shift, depending on experience.
Requirements
- DVM or equivalent degree.
- Experience and capability in emergency medicine, including soft-tissue emergency surgery and endoscopy.
- Ability to stand for prolonged hours, 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 based on hospital needs.
- Ability to work well 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 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 physical examinations and other investigatory measures, 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 to ensure 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
- Flexible work schedules to support life outside work.
- Referral reward program.
- Comfy scrubs and VEG swag.
- Food available in the fridge.
- Mentorship, VEG Education programs, and unlimited ER-focused continuing education.
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Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
