Emergency Veterinarian (Relief) - Port St. Lucie, FL

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) • Port St. Lucie, FL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

VEG is hiring a per diem Emergency Veterinarian in Port St. Lucie, Florida. The veterinarian provides emergency care for pets, including exotic animals, in a customer-centered hospital environment. The role includes responding to a range of emergencies, performing emergency procedures and surgeries, communicating with customers about diagnoses and treatment options, and contributing as a leader on the hospital floor. VEG describes its culture as focused on mentorship, continuous learning, and helping veterinary professionals grow.

Requirements

• DVM or equivalent degree.
• Experience and capability in emergency medicine, including soft-tissue emergency surgery and endoscopy.
• Ability to thrive 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 varied backgrounds and personality types.

Responsibilities

• Answer medical questions over the phone.
• See patients promptly through VEG Triage and VEG Spikes, including helping families stay with their pets.
• Gather patient signalment, presenting complaint, vital signs, and physical examination findings.
• Conduct physical examinations and other investigations, such as ultrasounds, X-rays, bloodwork, and biopsies.
• Diagnose each pet’s condition and create a diagnostic and therapeutic plan.
• Communicate diagnoses and treatment options directly with customers.
• Prepare estimates and present them 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.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Referral reward program.
• Comfy scrubs and VEG merchandise.
• Food in the fridge for employees.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree