Emergency Veterinarian - Santa Clarita, CA

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)•Santa Clarita, CA

4d•$140,000 - $350,000

About The Position

VEG is hiring an Emergency Veterinarian for its Santa Clarita, California hospital. The veterinarian provides emergency care for pets, including exotic animals, and handles cases ranging from routine emergencies to complex surgeries. The role uses VEG’s customer-centered approach, including prompt triage and allowing families to stay with their pets. It combines clinical care, customer communication, and leadership on the hospital floor, with mentorship, continuing education, and opportunities for career growth.

Requirements

DVM or equivalent degree.
Experience and capability in emergency medicine, including soft-tissue emergency surgery and endoscopy.
Ability to work in a team-oriented environment.
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, depending on hospital needs.
Ability to work effectively 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 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 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 to customers and address their concerns.
Perform minor and major emergency surgeries.
Perform endoscopic procedures.
Educate customers about aftercare and preventive measures where appropriate.

Benefits

Competitive compensation, with a stated wage range of $140,000–$350,000 per year, inclusive of base salary and discretionary production bonus target; expected base salary is $180,000–$200,000.
Health and wellness benefits beginning on day one, including QPR training and access to free therapy or counseling.
Potential equity eligibility after one year of full-time, active employment, based on role.
Clinical and leadership learning programs, unlimited ER-focused continuing education, and a travel stipend.
Full-time credentialed employees receive a $2,500 annual travel stipend; full-time uncredentialed employees receive a $1,000 annual travel stipend.
Clinical student loan repayment.
Paid parental leave of up to 12 weeks at 100% of regular salary, including fertility and family-building care.
Flexible work schedules.
Employee referral program.
Comfy scrubs, company swag, and food in the fridge.