Emergency Veterinarian (Part Time) - Palo Alto, CA
About The Position
VEG is hiring a part-time Emergency Veterinarian in Palo Alto, California. The role provides emergency veterinary care in a team-oriented, open-concept hospital, treating a range of cases from routine emergencies to complex surgeries and caring for many kinds of pets, including exotics. The veterinarian is a leader on the hospital floor and works directly with customers and their pets, supported by a team and resources. VEG emphasizes mentorship and continuous learning through on-the-floor guidance, VEG Education programs, and ER-focused continuing education. The company describes its hospitals as open 24/7, 365 days a year, and says this position may require nights, weekends, and holidays on a rotating or as-needed basis.
Requirements
- DVM or equivalent degree.
- Experience or demonstrated proficiency in emergency medicine, including soft tissue emergency surgery and endoscopy.
- 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.
- Empathetic, people-centric approach and willingness to understand different perspectives.
- Humility, including acknowledging mistakes, sharing credit, and recognizing teammates' accomplishments.
- Ownership of work, responsibility for outcomes, and commitment to long-term results.
- Curiosity and ongoing interest in learning and developing skills and knowledge.
Responsibilities
- Answer medical questions over the phone.
- See patients promptly through VEG Triage and VEG Spikes, including enabling families to stay with their pets.
- Gather patient signalment, presenting complaint, vital signs, and physical examination findings.
- Conduct animal 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 to customers.
- Prepare and present estimates to customers.
- Create and review medical records for accuracy.
- Explain the value of tests and treatments and address customer concerns.
- Perform minor and major emergency surgeries.
- Perform endoscopic procedures.
- Educate customers about aftercare and preventive measures when appropriate.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation, including base salary and a discretionary production bonus target for full-time positions.
- Clinical and leadership learning programs.
- Unlimited ER-focused continuing education and a travel stipend.
- Part-time credentialed employees receive a $1,000 annual travel stipend; part-time uncredentialed employees receive a $400 annual travel stipend.
- Flexible work schedules.
- Employee referral program.
- Comfy scrubs and company merchandise.
- Food available in the fridge.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
